Organization of American States Women’s Economic Empowerment – Diaspora Engagement Survey

    Dear Diaspora Member,

    We hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits.

    The Organization of American States (OAS) is pleased to introduce the Women’s Economic Empowerment Project, which 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). This project seeks to empower women to actively participate in and benefit from the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods.

    A key element of this initiative is to increase awareness and build relationships with diaspora organizations and women led Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on the opportunities to contribute to the development of our home countries in meaningful ways. We believe that by empowering and uplifting local women entrepreneurs, we can make a significant impact on the economic growth and development of our beloved nations.

    Today, we would like to invite you to participate in a survey aimed at engaging our Eastern Caribbean diaspora community. Your input is valuable and will help us identify effective strategies and initiatives to provide the necessary support and resources for women-led businesses to thrive.

    The survey below will only take a few minutes of your time to complete. Your responses will remain confidential. The accumulated data will be used solely for the purpose of empowering women entrepreneurs in your home country. By participating, you will be contributing to our joint efforts in shaping a brighter future for benefit of women entrepreneurs across the Eastern Caribbean.

    We truly appreciate your support and involvement in this crucial endeavor. Together, we can create opportunities, empower women entrepreneurs, and drive positive change in our home countries.

    Thank you for your time and valuable insights.

    Warm regards,
    OAS WEE Team

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    Which of the participating Eastern Caribbean Countries are you a diaspora of?

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    How important do you think it is to support local women-owned micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in your home country? (5 - Very Important 1 - Not Very Important)

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    Which of the following options are you personally interested in pursuing to foster local economic and investment activities for women MSMEs in your home country?

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    What is your perception about remittances?

    Remittances are important to advancing lives and livelihoods of women back home

    YesNo
    Remittances are important to advancing lives and livelihoods of women back home
    Remittances should be provided frequently
    As a result of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Project, I am more aware of the important of remittances
    I am involved in a women’s group or part of a women’s organization?
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    Which are your preferred media for receiving communication about Women MSMEs from this initiative?

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