Women in Business

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There are a range of programs and grants that support female entrepreneurs as well as networking groups in the Hills area.

Training & Business Support

The NSW Government and TAFE NSW have created a fully subsidised online Women in Business program. In the program you hear from successful female entrepreneurs and access assistance to help you set up or grow your business. Topics include learning modules across Business, Communication, Finance, Marketing and Wellbeing. Eligibility criteria apply.

Find out more here: Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs in Business | TAFE NSW

There are several other training, education and coaching opportunities listed here Training, education and coaching | Service NSW

For free business advice and support from professionals who have run their own business the NSW State Government provides the Business Connect program Personalised support for women in business | Service NSW

Networking & Mentoring

Local networking

The Hills District Business Women (HDBW) is a friendly local group offering networking and educational events, training courses and opportunities to give back to the local community and charities. Find out more about HDBW here.

The Sydney Hills Business Chamber also hosts female business only catchups.  Learn more at The Sydney Hills Business Chamber.

More networking groups in the Hills can be found here - Business Networking Groups | The Hills Shire Council

Specialised networking

The Indigenous Business Australia’s Strong Women Strong Business mentoring program connects Indigenous businesswomen with each other. The organisation also hosts a range of events, featuring presentations from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. This allows businesswomen to share knowledge and grow their networks. Find out more about Strong Women Strong Business here.

Migrant Women in Business (MWiB) is a social enterprise with a national network of support for migrant and refugee women with micro businesses. You can use the platform to connect with other businesswomen and access mentorship, advice and business opportunities. Find out more about MWiB.

Grants & Funding

Women NSW provides grants and funding for a range of programs to support women and girls across NSW. Find out more on Women NSW grants and funding here.

The Australian Government Grants and Program Finder has a quiz which will help to identify any grants, funding and support programs specifically for your business. Try the Grants and Programs Finder here.

See more information on NSW Government Grants and Funding here.