About ProWomEn

When starting a business, women often face different barriers and circumstances than men. They may have to struggle with specific problems and do not participate in support programmes to the same extend that men do. This is despite the fact that women are well educated and have innovative business ideas which will create new jobs and contribute to the challenge of structural changes in Europe.

ProWomEn is a thematic network involving 16 European Regions which aims to allow a comparison of different approaches and an exchange of good practice. The network advances the state of the art of regions to support women to develop their potential in creating innovative ideas and starting their own businesses.

From many important aspects, four key issues in the promotion of women entrepreneurship are dealt with through the creation of four sub-networks:
• Problem awareness
• Support instruments
• Regional networks
• Education and training

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