On their own terms
How women entrepreneurs are building their way forward The entrepreneurial dream sells itself with seductive promises: autonomy, impact, unlimited potential. The reality involves overcoming obstacles…
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Women with a vision
A hackathon spanning 17 countries shows how digital platforms can unlock entrepreneurial potential When 1,753 women across Eastern Europe and Central Asia registered for an…
The She’s Next Hackathon 2025: Taking women entrepreneurs to the next level
An exciting final pitch day saw ten teams pitch to a jury of experts who had the impossible task of selecting three winners. From an…
How data can help create an even playing field for women
It’s not easy being a woman in Kyrgyzstan, says Altynai Mambetova, who’s trying to change that, using data. Altynai Mambetova is currently completing her first…
Choosing the best and most cost-effective payment method for small businesses: A how-to guide
Expert: Anton Gurban, Visa Sr. Director, Head of Business Solutions in 17 countries. In modern commerce, the client’s payment experience is everything. Offered payment options…
Kyrgyzstan’s unique challenges
The future holds great promise for Kyrgyz female entrepreneurs. Women in Kyrgyzstan are demonstrating remarkable resilience, ambition, and determination as they embark on their entrepreneurial…
Networking to the top
Education is crucial to empowering female entrepreneurs, and that education can be both formal and – increasingly – informal. Level of education has a direct…
Survey reveals women entrepreneurs want to develop their digital skills and take their businesses international
Results of recent research in Eastern and Southeastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus – conducted by Emerging Europe as part of the She’s Next…
‘She’s Next is not just about Visa, we are trying to make societal change’
Emerging Europe speaks with Vira Platonova, Visa senior vice president and regional director for 17 countries, about the She’s Next Empowered by Visa initiative, and…
Unequal pay: Funding female entrepreneurs
Female entrepreneurs face several challenges in financing and growing a business, often including limited access to capital. Nevertheless, there are also new opportunities and resources…