WEE Formalization Toolkit
WHO IS THIS TOOLKIT FOR?
Being an entrepreneur is empowering and can provide a sense of independence.
This business formalization toolkit is a roadmap for women-led and women-owned micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Eastern Caribbean. It is designed to empower women to make informed decisions for themselves and their businesses.
Other National Resources
Government of Dominica - Small Business Support Unit (SBSU)
The government of Dominica offers fiscal incentives to qualifying Micro and Small enterprises to support their establishment, expansion, and continued operation within various sectors
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Grant financing, business registration documentation, assistance in developing business plans, design of business cards and product labels, assistance in accessing government services, provision of assistance in product testing, training, provision of fiscal incentives, business advice and handholding services, creation of social media business pages
Resource Description
The SBSU is the key Unit of the Government of Dominica fostering the creation of a conducive business environment for MSMEs in Dominica.
Main Website
N/A
Social Media
N/A
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Small Business Support Unit
Kennedy Ave
3rd Floor, Government Headquarters
Roseau, Dominica - Phone: 246-266-3965 to 767-266-3965
Email: registrationsbsu@dominica.gov.dm
Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC)
Dominica's top private sector representative body, champions economic growth and social development with over 50 years of experience. The DAIC safeguards commercial interests and amplifies member voices in government discussions while shaping a prosperous future for Dominica's business landscape.
Type of Institution
Private Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource, Chamber of Commerce, Training and Development, Networking and Partnerships
Resources
Resource Description
Gain exclusive access to a wealth of valuable content through our YouTube channel, featuring past chamber activities such as capacity-building sessions, training programs, engaging radio broadcasts, and insightful seminars. Dive into a treasure trove of knowledge and expertise to empower yourself and your business endeavors.
Main Website
https://www.dominicachamber.com
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Location: 2nd Floor, Prevo Cinemall, Corner of Kennedy Avenue and Old Street
Landline: 767-449-1962
Cell and WhatsApp: 767-235-1962
Email: Info@dominicachamber.com
Invest Dominica Authority
Promotes and makes it easy to invest in tourism and industrial activities. Offers support from beginning to end to ensure that your business succeeds.
Type of Institution
Statutory Body
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Invest Dominica Authority is the Government arm responsible for promoting and facilitating investments in Dominica.
Main Website
https://www.investdominica.com
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
5-7 Great Marlborough Street Roseau, Dominica
Ph. +1(767)448-2045 Fax: +1(767)448-5840
info@investdominica.dm
The Companies and Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
The CIPO is the National Companies and Intellectual Property Registry for the Commonwealth of Dominica and is a Department of the Ministry of National security and Home Affairs.
Type of Institution
Statutory Body
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the E-Business Registry for information on how to search a business name, reserve a business name and incorporate a company as well as downloadable forms and applications.
Main Website
Social Media
N/A
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Government of Dominica
Contact
Corner of Kennedy Ave. & Independence Street
Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
Email: cipoclerk@dominica.gov.dm
Phone: (767) 266 3358/3359
Fax: (767) 440 6593
Dominica Agricultural Industrial Development Bank
As Dominica’s only indigenous development Bank, the core business of the AID Bank is to provide loans for the following sectors: (i) Agriculture & Fishing; (ii) Industry (inclusive of Manufacturing, Services and Transportation); (iii) Tourism; (iv) Education; (v) Real Estate & Construction; (vi) Climate Adaptation; (vii) Infrastructure; and (viii) Commerce & Distribution.
Type of Institution
Financial Institution
Type of Resource
MSME Support Programme
Resources
Resource Description
Access information and requirments on how to qualify for an agriculture business loan for a range of needs including but not limited to crops, equipment, labour, machinery livestock as well as loan application forms and checklists.
Main Website
Social Media
N/A
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
42 Kennedy Avenue, Roseau Dominica Tel: 767-266-3768 Email: dominicayouthbusinesstrust@gmail.com or dybt@dominica.gov.dm https://maps.app.goo.gl/fWRfgWidePtM87Dt5
P.O. Box 215
Cnr. Charles Avenue and Rawles Lane
Commonwealth of Dominica
Tel: (767) 448-2853; (767) 255-9400
Dominica Youth Business Trust
Empowering Dominican youth in realizing their entrepreneurial potential.
Type of Institution
Statutory Body
Type of Resource
MSME Support Programme
Resources
Entrepreneurship Development Program:
Small business assistance facility:
E-training on ethics in business:
Resource Description
The Dominica Youth Business Trust (DYBT) targets young Dominicans 18 to 35 years old who are desirous of having their own business but do not have the necessary collateral, financial security or backup to access a loan from financial institutions. The focus of DYBT is four-fold: I.Business Training: Training young people in micro and small business development to include business management, record keeping, marketing, financial management and personal development. II.Loan Guarantee Facility: Facilitating access to credit through a loan guarantee fund in collaboration with financial institutions, whereby entrepreneurs under the program are provided collateral/security and in some cases grant funding for their businesses. III.Business Mentorship: The Trust is charged with the responsibility of establishing excellent relationships with the private sector and resource persons for the provision of effective mentorship services on a voluntary basis to young entrepreneurs. IV.Business Plan Support and Consultation: Providing young people with the necessary support to develop a bankable business plan along with continued business support and consultation before, during and after establishment of their business.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Government of Dominica
Contact
42 Kennedy Avenue, Roseau Dominica
Tel: 767-266-3768
Email: dominicayouthbusinesstrust@gmail.com
or dybt@dominica.gov.dm
https://maps.app.goo.gl/fWRfgWidePtM87Dt5
National Development Foundation of Dominica (NDFD)
Collaborating in the development and strengthening of a framework of business support/assistance and related effective support to small business enterprise and other business stakeholders in Dominica.
Type of Institution
Public Institution
Type of Resource
Training
Resources
Resource Description
Access business support services including information on Business Registration, Business plan preparation, Cash flow projections, Accounting, marketing and other services.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Great Malborough Street, Roseau
Tel: + (1) 767-448-3240 Email: ndfd@cwdom.dm
Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association
A private sector association of businesses, organisations and individuals involved in the hotel and tourism industry.
Type of Institution
Private Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
N/A
Resource Description
N/A
Main Website
N/A
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Cnr. Old St. & Kennedy Ave., Roseau, Dominica
+1 767-275-7454
dhta.tourism@gmail.com
Business Training Center
Business Training Center provides opportunities for its clients to become certified and qualified in business and cIT related fiels.
Type of Institution
Educational Institution
Type of Resource
Training
Resources
Certificate In Management and Business
Resource Description
Access information on the Certfiicate in Management and Business including a course overview, curriculum and registration forms.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
#37 Cork Street Roseau(Top Floor) - btcdominica@gmail.com - (767) 448-0248
Caribbean Digital Transformation Project - Dominica
The OECS Commission has recently signed on as the implementing agency for the regional components of the World Bank IDA Grant funded Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CARDTP). The development objective of the project is to increase access to digital services, technologies and skills by governments, businesses and individuals in the participating Eastern Caribbean countries.
The project is expected to contribute to increased digital connectivity, digital public services and the creation of technology-enabled businesses and jobs across the participating countries: the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Type of Institution
Multilateral Organization/s
Type of Resource
Regional Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the Course Registration form for Digital Literacy Training under the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
The World Bank
Contact
2nd Floor
1st Domestic Building
King George V. Street
Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
Phone: 767 266 3840
Eastern Caribbean Countries
