A project shaped with communities and partners.
Skills becoming possibilities
Women shaping enterprise supported women in Abidjan and surrounding areas as they prepared and strengthened their livelihood projects. The programme connected practical training, peer support and individual guidance, with particular care for the conditions of participation.
From September 2025 to June 2026, 600 women from six communities followed the pathway. Sessions covered organising an activity, presenting an offer, digital tools and preparing next steps. A network of 30 mentors provided regular support with reflection and relevant connections.
A pathway that fits everyday life
Participants helped choose themes and organise exchanges. Local formats and agreed schedules adapted the programme to professional and family responsibilities. Workshops focused on practical situations, exercises connected to participants’ projects and shared experience.
Peer support was central. Twelve groups formed to exchange practices, prepare decisions and discuss difficulties. Mentors supported autonomy and helped identify the capabilities needed at each stage.
Strengthening projects and passing knowledge on
By the end of the pathway, 210 livelihood projects had a documented roadmap covering their offer, organisation, priorities and support needs. These roadmaps informed conversations with professional networks and support organisations.
The review highlighted the value of guidance that combines capabilities, confidence and useful relationships. For Rise for Africa, empowerment is built with women, around their choices and aspirations.
Results at a glance
- 600 women supported
- 210 project roadmaps documented
- 30 mentors engaged