Women’s Entrepreneurship Day

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is on November 19th annually around the world. It is an important day to recognize the amazing accomplishments of women in business and to address the gender gap in entrepreneurship. Women currently earn only 10% of the world’s income and are underrepresented in the business world. This holiday is a chance to show support for women entrepreneurs and inspire more women to become business owners.

History

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day was first in 2014 in New York. It has since become an official UN holiday and is in 144 countries worldwide. The holiday was founded by Wendy Diamond, a businesswoman who started a fund to provide microcredit to women in Honduras. She has since become a well-known figure in the women’s entrepreneurship movement and has been featured in many newspapers and supported by prominent figures.

Today, the celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is about more than just creating a better working environment for women. It is also about highlighting the amazing work of female entrepreneurs and inspiring more women to join the business world.

Interesting facts

• Most women start businesses with relatively small investments due to lack of funds, often turning to credit organizations.
• 36% of the world’s small businesses are owned by women.
• The number of women-owned businesses varies by country, with Panama having the highest number at 29%.
• Women’s entrepreneurship demonstrates that family and work can be successfully combined with the right management.

How to take part

There are many ways to get involved in celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship Day. Consider reading books, watching movies, and learning about the success stories of female entrepreneurs. To show support for small businesses, consider purchasing products from female-owned businesses. Congratulate your female friends on the holiday and provide them with support and encouragement. Finally, spread the word about this important holiday and encourage more women to become entrepreneurs.

When is Women’s Entrepreneurship Day in 2024?

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is observed on November 19 each year.

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