Women Ventures Studio Digital Innovation Hub (DIH)
The Women Ventures Studio DIH aims to empower women entrepreneurs in fashion manufacturing in Kano, Sokoto, and Katsina States by overcoming barriers such as limited digital infrastructure, digital literacy, and gender-based inequalities.
Partners:
- Lead Partner: Blue Sapphire Hub
- Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano (YUMSUK)
- Association for Northern Women Entrepreneurs (ANWE)
Focus State/Region:
Northwestern Nigeria: Kano, Sokoto, and Katsina States
Sector Focus:
Fashion Manufacturing Industry (Women Entrepreneurs)
Target Groups:
Women entrepreneurs in the fashion manufacturing industry
Service Offerings:
- Access to Digital Solutions: Provide women entrepreneurs with digital tools like tablet-based design software and production optimization apps to improve garment manufacturing.
- Investment Readiness & Financial Training: Support women in becoming investment-ready through financial training and connecting them with potential investors.
- Business Incubation & Consultancy: Offer mentorship and guidance to help women scale their fashion businesses sustainably.
- Skills Development: Train women on digital tools for garment production (e.g., design software) and essential business skills (e-commerce, financial management).
- Networking & Market Linkages: Facilitate networking and connect women with local and international markets to enhance visibility and growth.
