Tunisia's Ministry of Family, Women, Childhood, and Elderly Affairs recently organized an intensive two-day training session on September 19-20, 2026. The program aimed to equip heads of women's and family services from various governorates with the necessary skills to implement the national women's entrepreneurship and investment program, "Raidat". The training was held at the Hammamet Children's Holiday and Recreation Center.
The initiative is part of the Ministry's efforts to enhance the contribution of regional delegations in promoting women's and girls' participation in entrepreneurship. It also seeks to improve guidance, counseling, and accompaniment services in this field. Representatives from the "Enda Arab World" association, the Tunisian Bank for Solidarity, the National Agricultural Bank, and the Small and Medium Enterprises Financing Bank participated in the training.
The program focuses on unifying intervention and communication mechanisms for women's entrepreneurship. It also aims to introduce available opportunities and procedures for implementing the "Raidat" program. The program covers various stages, from idea development and registration to file study and accompaniment of entrepreneurs in establishing their projects.
The training is aligned with the Ministry's strategy to develop the competencies of regional cadres and improve the quality of services provided to women and girls interested in launching projects. This initiative supports their contribution to development, employment, and wealth creation.
The "Raidat" program is a national initiative that seeks to promote women's entrepreneurship and investment in Tunisia. By providing training and support, the program aims to empower women to take on a more active role in the country's economic development.
The Ministry's efforts to promote women's entrepreneurship are crucial in addressing the country's economic challenges. According to various reports, women's participation in the workforce is essential for Tunisia's economic growth and development.
The training session is a significant step towards achieving the Ministry's goals. It is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of women and girls in Tunisia, enabling them to contribute more effectively to the country's economy.
Key points
- The Ministry of Family and Women in Tunisia organized a two-day training session on implementing the "Raidat" national women's entrepreneurship program.
- The program aims to promote women's participation in entrepreneurship and improve guidance, counseling, and accompaniment services.
- The training is part of the Ministry's efforts to develop regional cadres' competencies and improve services for women and girls interested in launching projects.
