The US Embassy in Cairo recently hosted the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2024 conference at the American University in Cairo (AUC) Tahrir Campus. The event, which brought together industry leaders, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs, was inaugurated by US Ambassador Herro Mustafa Garg and AUC President Ahmed Dallal.
“When women succeed, Egypt succeeds,” declared Ambassador Garg, emphasizing the US government’s commitment to empowering women. Drawing on her own experiences, she encouraged attendees to pursue their dreams, regardless of the obstacles.
The AWE 2024 program, implemented by the AUC Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, supported 150 women entrepreneurs from the Delta region, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to succeed. The conference celebrated the completion of this cohort and highlighted the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in the region.
A key highlight of the event was a pitch competition where participants presented innovative business ideas. Yasmine El Ashry won first place for her project Refashion, while Maha Hussein secured second place for Dr. Meem.
The AWE initiative, a partnership between the US Department of State and Arizona State University’s Thunderbird School of Global Management, aims to empower women entrepreneurs globally through education, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
