About this opportunity
Are you a young woman building a career or business in the creative industry and looking for the right skills, knowledge and support to take your work to the next level? Applications are now open for the Women Entrepreneurs Development Programme (WEDP) 3.
0, a 3-day bootcamp designed to equip young women in the creative industry with practical tools to build, grow and sustain their businesses. The programme recognises that having a creative skill is only one part of building a successful business.
Women entrepreneurs also need business knowledge, financial literacy, strategic thinking, market access, mentorship and the confidence to turn their ideas into sustainable ventures. Table of Contents Toggle Why This Program Matters What You Stand To Gain Who Should Apply?
Why You Should Apply
Why This Program Matters Many talented women have great creative ideas but struggle with turning those ideas into profitable and sustainable businesses. WEDP 3.0 provides an opportunity to bridge that gap by helping participants develop the entrepreneurial and business skills needed to navigate the creative economy. Through practical learning and mentorship, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to make better business decisions, position their brands effectively and identify opportunities for growth. What You Stand To Gain Selected participants will have the opportunity to:
- Build practical entrepreneurial and business management skills.
- Learn how to turn creative ideas and skills into sustainable business opportunities.
- Gain insights into developing and positioning a strong creative brand.
- Strengthen their financial and business decision-making skills.
- Learn strategies for growing and sustaining a creative enterprise.
- Connect with mentors and other young women entrepreneurs in the creative industry.
- Expand their professional network and build meaningful connections.
- Gain practical knowledge that can be applied directly to their businesses and careers.
- Develop the confidence to identify and pursue new opportunities within the creative economy. Who Should Apply? This opportunity is for young women aged 18–35 who are:
- Entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs in the creative industry.
- Creative professionals looking to commercialise or grow their skills.
- Women building or developing a creative business.
- Women interested in gaining practical entrepreneurship and business development skills.
- Residents of Lagos . Whether you are already running a creative business or have a creative skill or idea you want to turn into a viable venture, this programme provides an opportunity to learn, connect and grow.
Why You Should Apply
Your creativity can become more than just a talent. With the right business knowledge, strategy and support, it can become a sustainable source of income and create opportunities for others.
WEDP 3. 0 is an opportunity to gain the tools, knowledge and connections needed to move from having a creative skill to building a sustainable creative enterprise.
Applications are now open. Don’t miss the opportunity to invest in your skills, strengthen your business and connect with other ambitious women in the creative industry.
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