Mentorship Pillar

Background

The Inclusive Mentoring Network for Entrepreneurs (IMNEt) program was born out of a pressing need to empower women entrepreneurs, advance gender inclusivity, and elevate the role of women in economic participation. Recognizing the barriers women often face in the entrepreneurial landscape, the program aims to provide targeted support and mentorship to help them overcome these challenges. 

The program focuses on building the capacity of mentors, particularly female mentors, to enhance their service offerings for entrepreneurs. By fostering a culture of mentorship and advocacy, the program aims to support women in scaling their businesses into the formal economy and encourage a "Giving Back" ethos within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Objectives

• Develop a Skilled and Gender-Sensitive Mentor Network: Establish and train a network of mentors in Battambang and Siem Reap, focusing on equipping them to support women-owned micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with a gender-sensitive approach that addresses the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. 
• Enhance the Capacity of Female Mentors: Strengthen the skills and capabilities of female mentors to deliver high-quality, sustainable mentorship that aids women entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses and integrating into the formal economy. 
• Promote a Culture of Mentorship and Advocacy: Foster a mentorship culture that emphasizes advocacy, encourages a "Giving Back" ethos, and supports the growth and success of women-led businesses within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. 
• Advance Gender Inclusivity in Entrepreneurship: Contribute to gender inclusivity by providing targeted mentorship that helps women entrepreneurs overcome barriers, thrive in their business endeavors, and increase their economic participation. 

Vision

To create a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem where gender-sensitive mentorship empowers women entrepreneurs to overcome challenges, scale their businesses, and lead the way in economic growth and innovation.

Inclusive Mentoring Network for Entrepreneurs (IMNEt) in the making