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Call for Applications - Reciprocal Mentorship Program for Businesswomen

BoliviaCanada
February 5, 2025

Are you an entrepreneur looking for new opportunities?

For more information and to submit an application:

CECI is calling for applications for its business mentoring program, starting in February 2025. This six-month program offers a unique opportunity for 10 Canadian and Bolivian women entrepreneurs to build mutual exchange relationships while enhancing their skills and expertise in key sectors.

The program includes:

  • Virtual mentorship (1 hour/week) for personalized support;
  • Training on business mentorship and professional coaching;
  • The possibility of staying 2–3 weeks in Bolivia to deepen the experience (for a financial contribution).

Eligibility criteria:

We are looking for Canadian women entrepreneurs who meet the following criteria:

  • More than 50% of the business is owned by individuals identifying as women;
  • A majority-female executive team;
  • A business that primarily employs women and offers products/services designed for women;
  • Management and governance practices that integrate gender equity.

Profiles sought for matching:

  1. Sustainable fashion and circular economy: Entrepreneur specializing in clothing rental or sustainable fashion (assignment in Spanish).
  2. Eco-responsible wool production: Entrepreneur in the artisanal production of alpaca clothing (assignment in English or Spanish).
  3. Organic agri-food products: Innovative entrepreneur in organic honey production and related products (assignment in English or Spanish).
  4. Environmental consulting: Entrepreneur specializing in soil restoration and remediation (assignment in Spanish).
  5. Entrepreneurship and market development: Entrepreneur or leader of a nonprofit organization supporting women’s entrepreneurship (assignment in English or Spanish).

For more information or to apply, contact us now.

This program is part of CECI's Volunteer Cooperation Program, funded by the Government of Canada.

Mentoring Interest Form

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The Women Entrepreneurs in solidarity program is open to participants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.

Please indicate the status that best represents you:

Please indicate the statements that apply to your business, if applicable:

Do you have a specific interest in being matched with any of the following countries:

The program includes an international trip requiring a $4,000 contribution from participants. CECI complements the funding with a matching bursary offered by philanthropic women entrepreneurs.

This program is part of CECI's Volunteer Cooperation Program funded by the Government of Canada.

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