Navigating the gender gap in a changing Kazakhstan
Despite gender discrimination in the workplace and limited opportunities for women to be promoted to executive positions, Kazakhstan’s entrepreneurs are demonstrating an unwavering commitment to…
Stronger together, stronger with support
Cultural norms and biases may be influencing the success of at least some female entrepreneurs in Armenia. Armenian female entrepreneurs face numerous challenges when starting…
In Azerbaijan, women seek the perfect mix of soft and hard skills
Azerbaijani women face some unique challenges when starting a business, but they are increasingly making their mark on society. Earning more money, fulfilling a long-held…
Georgia’s women need better access to finance
In a business world that is predominantly male, it is crucial for women to build robust networks and communities that provide mutual support and empowerment.…
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…
‘Women should learn from the best’
Opening up business opportunities for women is everything, says Viktoriya Tigipko of TA Ventures, who is on a mission to get that message across to…
‘Ukrainian women are strong’
Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation Valeriya Ionan is putting her entrepreneurial experience to good use at the country’s most dynamic and innovative ministry. The…
‘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…