Empowering Female Entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland

Tue Oct 22 2024 at 10:30 am to 02:30 pm

Ulster University The Atrium BC-03-207 | Belfast

ESRC Festival of Social Science NI 2024
Publisher/HostESRC Festival of Social Science NI 2024
Empowering Female Entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland
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A Collaborative Roundtable Event
About this Event

We are delighted to invite you to a pivotal event addressing the critical issues facing female entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland. As we work together to develop a greater understanding of female entrepreneurs, this event will serve as a vital platform to explore, discuss and propose possible solutions to the unique challenges facing women entrepreneurs in starting and scaling businesses in Northern Ireland.

Why This Event Matters

Despite the growing number of women stepping into entrepreneurship, Northern Ireland still faces a significant discrepancy in the number of female enterprenuers. This event seeks to bring together a diverse and influential group of participants-including female entrepreneurs, policymakers, support organisations, delivery agents, and other key actors within the Northern Ireland ecosystem, to address this disparity head-on.

Key Discussion Topics

Throughout the event, we will delve into critical topics that directly impact female entrepreneurs:

The Challenges Female Entrepreneurs Face in Northern Ireland: Gain insights into the specific barriers women encounter when launching and seeking to grow their businesses. From access to funding and mentorship to societal and cultural obstacles- we will explore the multifaceted challenges that impact on female entrepreneurship.

The Ecosystem of Support Available in Northern Ireland: Discover the current landscape of support for female entrepreneurs, including the resources, networks, and programs currently in place. We'll discuss how effective these resources are and identify any changes that need to be proposed.

What Is Needed to Better Support Female Entrepreneurs: Engage in forward-thinking discussions seeking to foster an environment where female entrepreneurs can thrive. This will include exploring new policy initiatives, support programs, and collaborative efforts with a view to creating a more inclusive and supportive ecosystem for females in business.

Event Highlights

This event will involve a dynamic mix of speakers and panel discussions along with female entrepreneurs who will share their experiences and insights. In addition, roundtable discussions will be incorporated to foster collaboration and generate actionable solutions. These discussions will allow you to share your experiences, voice your ideas, and contribute to shaping the future of female entrepreneurship in Northern Ireland.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ulster University The Atrium BC-03-207, York Street, Belfast, United Kingdom

Tickets

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