Women in Ventures Pathway
100 days, 10 women, 100% impact
Explore impact entrepreneurship and the foundations of a business together with other aspiring women entrepreneurs
Women in Ventures Pathway
Women in Ventures Pathway is a hybrid pre-incubator programme for women in the Netherlands that want to explore and test their entrepreneurial potential.
During 100 days, the programme provides you with step-by-step online DIY content and six in-person workshops. In addition, you get access to a wealth of resources, events, and a supportive community of peers. Upon completion, you will have a clearer understanding of whether entrepreneurship is a path you want to pursue.
This programme is created as part of the Women in Ventures initiative. The application is now open and closes on the 31st of December 2024. The programme starts on the 13th of January 2025 with the first live meetup being held on the 15th of January at Clockwise co-working space in The Hague.
Three reasons to apply
Join a Supportive Cohort
Become part of a close-knit group of 10 like-minded women, meeting biweekly at the Women in Ventures Pathway Hub at Clockwise in The Hague. Through collaborative, hands-on workshops, you'll experience a truly engaging environment that fosters deep connections and meaningful growth.
Overcome Unique Challenges
Tailored specifically for challenges often faced by women entrepreneurs, such as lack of role models and mentors, imposter syndrome, and societal norms favouring masculine qualities over feminine ones, despite the necessity of both for successful and impactful ventures. Here, you’ll gain the tools to succeed on your own terms.
Flexible and Work-Friendly
Designed to fit into your existing lifestyle, this programme allows you to maintain your current job. With most of the content delivered through self-paced online modules, you can learn and grow at your own speed without sacrificing your professional or personal commitments.
if you have question, get in touch with Alice Pavin: alice@worldstartup.co
Programme info
The Pathway programme consists of daily DIY resources to trigger tangible actions and reflections on entrepreneurship. It is accompanied by 6 in-person meetups to Kick-off, go over 4 key aspects to ‘Women in Venture” experiences and Wrap up at the end with the whole cohort to celebrate our findings and ambitions for follow-up steps. Throughout the process, you are supported by a navigator with design expertise. You can utilize the co-working space for the remaining time after every meetup.
Programme timeline
15 January | 10:00-12:00 CET
Kick off meetup
29 January | 10:00-12:00 CET
Workshop meetup: "Is entrepreneurship right for me?" - Exploring the suitability of entrepreneurship.
12 February | 10:00-12:00 CET
Workshop meetup: "What ignites my passion?" Aligning personal purpose with a business focus.
26 February | 10:00-12:00 CET
Workshop meetup: "I can do it!" - Building confidence and self-belief.
12 March | 10:00-12:00 CET [on location or online]
Workshop meetup: “Problem → Solution” - Basics of Social Entrepreneurship with 1-on-1 Q&A check-ins with a product/service designer
23 April | 10:00-12:00 CET
Wrap up meetup
Potential paths at the end of the programme
Confident to initiate your entrepreneurial journey
Setting up conditions for intrapreneurship project
Insights and awareness if entrepreneurship suits you personally right now or rather in the future
Who are you?
Whether you are considering a career shift, seeking a side hustle, or if you are being chased by an innovative idea or an impactful problem to solve, the Pathway programme is a great way to get started and be kept accountable during your exploration.
A woman based in the Netherlands
Strong motivation to create a positive change
Interest in exploring entrepreneurship and innovation