The Chamber network The Chamber network at the service of at the service of

female female entrepreneurshipentrepreneurship

http://www.eurochambres.be

Lario Fair - Como

21 April 2006

Who are we?

A network of women and men working in European CCIs

National Chamber AssociationsRegional and Local Chambers

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44 National Chamber Organisations44 National Chamber Organisations

THE THE NETWORKNETWORK

120,000,000Employees

+1,950Chambers of Commerce

44 National Chamber Organisations

+18,873,000Enterprises

Why EWN?

The need for more women in the economic environment

Women have specific problems – specific solutions are needed

Fruitful activities by CCIs at local/ regional/ national level, but lack of exchange at European level

What are our objectives?

Contribute to long-term economic growth

Foster equal opportunity rightsAddress the specific needs of

working women

What have we already achieved?

EU-wide projects (supported by the Commission)

Economic analysis of women in business Stereotype-busting survey Concrete tools to help young women Highlighting successful role models

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Survey resultsBusiness = male affair Man = careerWoman = household & childrenA question of credibilityLack of confidence in capabilitiesLack of self-confidenceWomen and decision-making

Talent Check results:5843 people across Europe have used this tool:

useful to find out more about their professional preferences

Mentoring programme results:Mentees have reported back positive effects:

Personal development; enhancement self-esteem and professional motivation; defined professional goals and understanding the importance of networking

The role models brochure:39 portraits of female entrepreneurs analysed:

How to make your way in a male dominated sector Common points: female intuition and determination

EUROCHAMBRES

Women Network

Contact details:

Birgit Arens

Tel: +32-2-2820857

E-mail: arens@eurochambres.be