OAS WEE

The Digital Economy for Women MSMEs Module 2 (Dominica - Training of Entrepreneurs)
2023-10-10 19:30 - 2023-10-12 21:30 (America/Halifax)
Unlock opportunities as a women MSME to drive success in scaling and entering new markets. Join us in harnessing the power of the digital economy by learning about digital products, content creation, e-commerce, CRMs and data analytics. Don’t miss this training to gain insights into the tools to run or use digital and online businesses in an environment full of opportunities and challenges for developing economies.
Learning objectives for women MSMEs participating in this training:

Identify the opportunities in the digital economy ecosystem for emerging markets

Use techniques for customer segmentation in the digital ecosystem

Understand the options for digital payment solutions for MSMEs

Assessment of customer data to inform business decisions and product development

Evaluate hardware, software and platforms for digital transformation

The OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Project is being implemented in 6 Eastern Caribbean Countries (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines). It seeks to empower women to actively participate in and benefit from the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods.

The Digital Economy for Women MSMEs Module 2 (St. Kitts & Nevis - Training of Entrepreneurs)
2023-10-11 13:30 - 2023-10-12 15:30

Metaverso y Realidad Aumentada
2023-10-26 10:00 - 10:30
¿Te interesa conocer sobre el Metaverso y Realidad Aumentada?
¡Este taller para ti!
El Programa “Empoderamiento Económico de las Mujeres en el Triángulo Norte” de la OEA, con financiamiento del Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos y de META, te invita a conocer más del Metaverso y la realidad aumentada para que puedas aplicarlas en tu modelo de negocio.
Dirigido a instancias de los países del Triángulo Norte
(Guatemala, Honduras y El Salvador):
# 26 de octubre
9:00 horas
(CENTROAMÉRICA)
3 Virtual
• Empresas lideradas por mujeres
Mujeres jóvenes mayores de edad con interés en emprender

Instituciones del Ecosistema de Desarrollo Empresarial
(hombres y mujeres que brindan servicios de desarrollo empresarial dirigidos a apoyar a mujeres empresarias y/o emprendedoras)
Entidades rectoras de la
MIPYME

Queremos presentar las oportunidades económicas, de crecimiento y de negocios que ofrece este nuevo mundo digital emergente a las emprendedoras y mujeres jóvenes.

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¿Te interesa conocer sobre el Metaverso y la Realidad Aumentada?
2023-11-09 19:00 - 2024-01-25 19:00

OAS Virtual Launch of the WEE MSME Clearinghouse and Business Formalization Toolkits
2023-11-28 13:00 - 15:30
Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes) – Lizra Fabien, Caribbean Project Manager, OAS WEE
Opening Remarks (5 minutes) – Kim Osborne, Executive Secretary, OAS Secretariat for Integral Development
Presentation of the Clearinghouse (10 minutes) – Lizra Fabien, Caribbean Project Manager, OAS WEE
Presentation of the Business Formalization Toolkits (10 minutes) – Marsha-Ann Clarke, Consultant
Train-the-Trainer Program Certification (10 minutes) – Branson Center of Entrepreneurship Caribbean
Testimonials (5 minutes)

Grenada – Clearinghouse
Antigua and Barbuda – NFP toolkit
Vincent and the Grenadines – toolkit
Saint Lucia – trainer
Dominica – trainee
Kitts and Nevis – trainee

Q&A Session (10 minutes)
Closing Remarks and Next Steps (5 minutes) – Lizra Fabien, Caribbean Project Manager, OAS WEE

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Evento de clausura de programa Mipyme en Línea
2024-01-30 09:00 - 10:00
Objetivo:
Brindar un reconocimiento a la dedicación y esfuerzo de las mujeres empresarias de Guatemala, Honduras y El Salvador, en el marco de la implementación del Programa MIPYME en Línea

Evento de cierre de jornadas de sensibilización en Tecnologías del Metaverso y oportunidades económicas para las Mipymes
2024-02-23 09:00 - 10:00
Objetivo: Presentar los resultados de la formación mediante una visión integral sobre las tecnologías emergentes del metaverso y la exploración de cómo estas pueden ser aprovechadas por las
MIPYMES lideradas por mujeres para impulsar su crecimiento económico.

Dominica - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-04 17:00 - 18:00
Join us for a virtual workshop where we will unpack the OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit, designed to empower women-led and owned businesses in the Eastern Caribbean. This toolkit is a valuable resource for MSMEs seeking success and growth in the region. Register today and don’t forget to invite other local MSMEs to benefit from this informative session. Let’s work together to support and empower women entrepreneurs in the Eastern Caribbean!
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Antigua and Barbuda - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-04 18:30 - 19:30

The OAS Recognizes International Women’s Day 2024: Empowering Women Across the Eastern Caribbean Towards Business Success
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-09
March 4, 2024 – The Organization of American States (OAS) through its Executive Secretariat for Integral Development (SEDI) extends Congratulations to all women of the Americas in recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, 2024.
The Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) project is one of the initiatives that reinforces the Organization’s dedication to inspiring inclusion of women in economic development. Through the WEE project, the OAS remains dedicated to inspiring inclusion of women in economic development by empowering women led and owned Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to take advantage of the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods across the six participating Eastern Caribbean countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
OAS Executive Secretary for Integral Development, Kim Osborne said “The OAS is committed to inspiring women by investing in their economic empowerment. In celebration of International Women’s Day and the OAS WEE project’s significant contributions to the advancement of women across the Eastern Caribbean, we are pleased to announce that virtual workshops will be hosted, focused on unpacking the OAS Business Formalization Toolkits which have been specifically designed to guide women-led and owned MSMEs in formalizing their businesses in each participating country. These toolkits offer comprehensive guidance and practical resources to assist women in navigating the process of formalizing their businesses. By equipping them with the necessary tools and knowledge, we aim to facilitate their access to financial services, markets, and other opportunities for growth.
These curated workshops will be held during March 4th – 6th, at 5:00 – 6:00 pm and 6:30 – 7:30 pm each evening for each of the six countries. We extend a warm invitation to all women-led and owned MSMEs, as well as other MSME stakeholders, to participate in these insightful virtual workshops. To view the schedule for each country and to register for these workshops, please visit the events section on the WEE MSME Clearinghouse at https://wee-msme-clearinghouse.com/events/
Also under the OAS WEE Project is the WEE MSME Clearinghouse, launched in November 2023. It is a valuable resource that provides a platform for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) owned or led by women, with content ranging from digital tools aimed at bridging the gap for women in the digital economy to information on financial literacy to opportunities to connect with the diaspora. The Clearinghouse also makes available online training materials, best practices, and other available online resources as we are committed to equipping women MSMEs with the knowledge and support necessary to succeed.
Women’s economic empowerment benefits the wider economy by reducing income inequality and promoting diversity and economic resilience. The OAS encourages all to join hands to empower women entrepreneurs and drive economic growth in the region.
About the OAS WEE Project:
The Organization of American States (OAS) Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Project is being implemented in 6 Eastern Caribbean Countries (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines) to empower women-led and women-owned MSMEs to actively participate in and benefit from the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods. Over 600 women across the participating countries are benefiting from tools, resources and opportunities to support the digital transformation of their business.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Lizra Fabien Caribbean Project Manager
LFabien@oas.org

Saint Lucia - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-05 17:00 - 18:00

St. Vincent and the Grenadines - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-05 18:30 - 19:30

Grenada - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-06 17:00 - 2024-03-08 18:00

St. Kitts and Nevis - Virtual workshop: OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Business Formalization Toolkit
2024-03-06 18:30 - 19:30

VIII Dialogue of High-level MSME Authorities and MSME Internationalization Conference
2024-03-13 - 2024-03-14

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - St. Vincent and the Grenadines
2024-04-09 09:00 - 10:30
The purpose of this meeting is to validate existing resources on the WEE MSME Clearinghouse in the ‘Resources by Country’ Tab, to share with the OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment Team and other related local Stakeholders on MSME related public digital resources, and to learn about other local content and resources focused on MSME development that will be featured on the Clearinghouse.

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - Dominica
2024-04-09 11:00 - 12:30

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - St. Kitts and Nevis
2024-04-10 09:00 - 10:30

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - Antigua and Barbuda
2024-04-10 11:00 - 12:30

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - Grenada
2024-04-11 09:00 - 10:30

WEE MSME Clearinghouse Country Resources Validation Meeting - Saint Lucia
2024-04-11 14:30 - 16:00

Roundtable Discussion: Policies and Strategies for Securing Women’s Leadership and Engagement in the Productive Sector of our Countries
2024-06-13 09:00 - 11:00
We are pleased to invite you to a Roundtable discussion on “Policies and Strategies for Securing Women’s Leadership and Engagement in the Productive Sectors of our Countries”. This event is being held within the context of the OAS Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Project and is organized by the OAS Secretariat for Integral Development (SEDI) in partnership with the OAS Inter-American Commission of Women (CIM). It will take place on Thursday, June 13, 2024, virtually via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. (EST).
The Roundtable will provide a space for discussion among public and private sector stakeholders in the WEE project participating countries of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines and the wider Caribbean region, on policies and strategies for increasing women’s participation and leadership in the economy, as well as policy reforms needed for the same. The experiences and good practices shared during the event will be published on the WEE MSME Clearinghouse.
We look forward to welcoming you to this important Roundtable discussion and take this opportunity to reiterate the assurances of our highest consideration.
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Orientation Session for the Capacity Building in Digital Transformation for Success in the International Digital Marketplace
2024-07-17 18:00 - 19:00
This orientation session is hosted for the women who have registered and been accepted for participation in the training and coaching for the Capacity Building in Digital Transformation for Success in the International Digital Marketplace.

Capacity Building in Digital Transformation for Success in the International Digital Marketplace
2024-07-23 18:00 - 2024-08-20 19:30
Training and coaching sessions enabling women-led market-ready and near market ready businesses to effectively navigate and thrive the digital marketplace, showcasing high-quality products and services to a global audience.

Module 1– Fundamentals of e-Commerce, Digital Tool, and Payment Solution
Module 2– Digital Marketing Techniques and Crafting Compelling Digital Content
Module 3– Pricing Tactics for Online Businesses
Module 4– Operational Management and Leveraging Outsourcing Strategies
Module 5– Export Readiness and Logistics Management for International Markets
Module 6– Cybersecurity Measures for Business Continuity

¿How to protect your business? Basic digital security for women entrepreneurs
2024-07-30
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Consultancy on Enabling Fintech Services for Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean
2024-08-20 00:00 - 2024-09-02 00:00
The Secretariat for Integral Development (SEDI) of the General Secretariat of the Organization of the American States (GS/OAS) through the Women’s Economic Empowerment Project invites suitable candidates to apply for the Consultancy on Enabling Fintech Services for Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean.
The objective of this consultancy is to develop a blueprint for key stakeholders, including Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean, to gain access to fintech services for women entrepreneurs and MSME owners to benefit from the digital economy and increase their overall participation in the economy.
To apply to the attached Call for Resume, please submit by email to LFabien@oas.org with the subject “OAS WEE Consultancy – Enabling Fintech Services for Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean”. Applications will be accepted until September 2, 2024, at 5:30 pm US Eastern time.

A cover letter.
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant experience or company portfolio.
All essential documents and additional documents to support application including proposal outlining the proposed approach to executing the capacity building support, including a tentative timeline and cost estimate.
Samples of or a portfolio showcasing previous relevant work.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation and interviews. Additionally, all submitted materials will be treated confidentially and used solely for the purpose of this consultancy selection process.
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Capacity Building in Digital Transformation for Success in the International Digital Marketplace
2024-09-04 18:00 - 2024-09-25 20:00
SEPTEMBER 4, 11 & 25, 2024
We invite all women led and owned MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean to our practical hands-on workshop sessions designed to further enhance skills and increase success of women MSMEs in the International Digital Marketplace.
Please see the following practical workshop details:
Dates & Topics:

September 4, 2024 – How to Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Learn how to harness AI tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovative solutions in your businesses.
⁠September 11, 2024 – How to Create Digital Content on Canva.
Learn how to design engaging and professional digital content using Canva, enabling you to effectively promote your brand and reach wider audiences.
⁠September 25, 2024 – How to Outsource Business Support on Fiverr.
Learn how to effectively utilize Fiverr and other platforms to outsource various business tasks, allowing you to focus on core operations and growth strategies.

Time: All sessions begin at 6:00 PM and will last for 2 hours maximum to allow for practical learning and engagement.
Location: Zoom: Register at
Important Note: For optimal participation in our interactive exercises, we strongly encourage you to bring your laptop to each session.
These workshops are an excellent opportunity to gain practical insights and skills to navigate the digital landscape successfully.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Webinar on Financial Literacy Tools for Women MSMEs
2024-09-17 18:00 - 2024-09-18 19:15

Training for Officials of MSME Support Institutions in the Eastern Caribbean
2024-09-24 18:00 - 2024-10-10 19:15
September 24 & 26, October 1, 3, 8 & 10

Consultancy on Enabling Fintech Services for Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean
2024-09-26 08:00 - 2024-10-11 17:30
Consultancy on Enabling Fintech Services for Governments and Women MSMEs in the Eastern Caribbean
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