DETROIT, July 24 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Greater Detroit Chapter has partnered with the Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women (IEEW) to offer mentoring and housing for visiting women entrepreneurs from Afghanistan through the Peace through Business program.
Peace through Business is an educational and mentorship program for women business owners in emerging economies, created and sponsored by the IEEW.
"Afghanistan was chosen because it is one of the hardest hit countries for the development of women due to years of war and religious confinements," explained Lin Weigel, director of Program Development for IEEW in Oklahoma City.
The Afghanistan business women are traveling to Michigan for three weeks
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"Afghanistan has experienced terrible hardships, but there is hope among the women in that country and we are pleased to be a part of their solution. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage in cultural exchange," said Amy Marshall, NAWBO Greater Detroit Executive Director.
NAWBO Greater Detroit is assisting with the mentoring phase and seeking volunteers to mentor and house the Afghan women. Mentors are asked to share their business experiences in an individualized environment. Volunteer hosts are asked to host two women at a time and provide private sleeping space. If you are interested in hosting and/or mentoring, please email Info@IEEW.org or contact the NAWBO Greater Detroit at 313-961-4748 or visit www.nawbogdc.org .
The Greater Detroit Chapter of NAWBO has a membership of the finest women entrepreneurs in the area who share their experience and empower each other through NAWBO membership. Their businesses include emerging entrepreneurs, sole proprietors and longstanding companies with multi-million dollar revenue. NAWBO Greater Detroit is the premier business resource for women business owners in Southeast Michigan.
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women is a 501(c)3 non profit empowering women to grow their businesses, pursue greater entrepreneurial ventures, and become more active public policy advocates. The Institute accomplishes this mission by focusing on education, mentorship, and coaching women in the United States and abroad who are seeking to acquire entrepreneurial skills to help start and grow a business.
SOURCE National Association of Women Business Owners Greater Detroit
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