Insights from assessing ecosystem needs and their impact on women entrepreneurs

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Offering support whereit matters most: Insights from assessing ecosystem needs and their impact on women entrepreneurs

by Ayushi Misra, Kunal Sharma, Mohak Srivastava, Parul Tandon, Abdullah Al-Rafi and Sadia Shahnaz
Feb 13, 2025
1 min

Women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh struggle to meet critical business ecosystem needs. Awareness is low, access is uneven, and effectiveness varies. Strengthening gender-inclusive programs, improving financial access, and increasing outreach are key to fostering sustainable business growth and economic resilience.

This report highlights the gaps in ecosystem support for women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh. Awareness of available programs remains low, especially for finance, mentoring, and market linkages. Even when accessed, effectiveness varies. Only 20% of business owners meet at least three key needs, while half remain unsupported. Gender disparities persist, particularly in financial access and legal support. Policymakers must enhance gender-inclusive initiatives, improve outreach, and create unified support frameworks to bridge these gaps and promote sustainable business growth.