Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
Why is SPF involved in
Entrepreneurship
Ecosystem
Building
Women entrepreneurs face different challenges in doing business than their male counterparts. In traditionally male-dominated Southeast Asian societies, women entrepreneurs have fewer opportunities to grow their businesses. One of the reasons for this is the "unconscious bias" of investors and entrepreneur support organizations. Unconscious bias refers to assumptions or false perceptions, for example, that "women are not suited for business" or "women must choose between family and work." To overcome such "unconscious bias" and break through the gender gap in business, it is important that financial institutions, investors, entrepreneurial support organizations, and other actors who are part of the ecosystem surrounding women entrepreneurs have a gender perspective. Based on an awareness of these issues, we will strive to encourage both the demand and supply of funds, as well as to share information and strengthen network functions within that ecosystem.
BE A
DRIVING FORCE
FOR WOMEN
Collective action has the power to accelerate the advancement of women’s economic empowerment and gender equality across Asia. We are actively seeking innovative solutions and models, knowledge sharing opportunities and partnerships with like-minded leaders.
Please contact us at awif@spf.or.jp to learn more and explore opportunities.