"Mom-Entrepreneur" Program Supports Women's Business Ventures in Russia

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The "Mom-Entrepreneur" program, launched by the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia, aims to support women in implementing their business ideas and developing their entrepreneurial skills. The program has received over 4,000 applications for participation, with the main condition being a ready-made business project or idea at the launch stage. The program includes a week of intensive training, mentoring sessions, individual consultations, and project defense before an expert jury. The winners of the regional stages receive grant support for business development, with a total of 25-30 winners competing for grants of up to 1 million rubles.

Key Takeaways:

  • The "Mom-Entrepreneur" program has received over 4,000 applications for participation, with a focus on women with minor children or those on maternity leave.
  • The program includes a week of intensive training, mentoring sessions, individual consultations, and project defense before an expert jury.
  • The winners of the regional stages receive grant support for business development, with a total of 25-30 winners competing for grants of up to 1 million rubles.
  • The program includes thematic tracks, such as the "Mom in the village" track in Krasnodar Krai and the course for mothers of many children in Tyumen Oblast.
  • The program aims to support women in implementing their business ideas and developing their entrepreneurial skills, with a focus on priority sectors of the economy.
  • Women with minor children or those on maternity leave can participate in the program, with a main condition being a ready-made business project or idea at the launch stage.

Statistics:

  • Over 4,000 applications have been received for participation in the program.
  • 39 regions will conduct the program in September, with 70 regions participating in 2025.
  • 25-30 winners will compete for grants of up to 1 million rubles at the final stage of the program.
  • The winners of the regional stages receive grant support for business development.
  • The program aims to support women in implementing their business ideas and developing their entrepreneurial skills.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Economic Development of Russia (MED)
  • National Agency "My Business"
  • Our Future Foundation
  • Wildberries
  • ESTILAB ICON SKIN
  • SBER
  • Union of Women of Russia
  • VK
  • 7Dney.ru and the monthly magazine "Caravan of Stories"

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