Badiri Social Entrepreneurship Programme

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1 Badiri Social Entrepreneurship Programme INFORMATIONPACK 2018

2 TABLEOFCONTENTS 1. Welcome Note 2. Partners 3. Programme Brief 4. Participation Criteria 5. How to Apply? 6. Selection Process 7. Project Timeline 8. FAQS

3 Welcome Note Welcome to the Badiri Social Entrepreneurship Programme (BSEP) delivered by Badiri Education and Development Academy in collaboration with the School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE). Badiri Education and Development Academy is the education and capacity building arm of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment. This pack provides information about the programme, our partners and application process. Badiri Education & Development Academy and SSE look forward to receiving your applications for this unique and exciting programme.

4 NAMA Women Advancement Establishment was established in 2015 under an Emiri Decree by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, and is chaired by Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah. Our core philosophy at NAMA is to raise awareness that women are an indispensable human resource for the development of every nation. NAMA was conceived to go beyond the remit of supporting women and ensuring gender equality to a broader scope that aims to see women become influential key members of society, thereby enabling them to climb the ladder of success. Sharjah Business Women Council, Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, and Badiri Education and Development Academy, fall under the umbrella of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment. Badiri Education and Development Academy, the education and capacity building arm of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, aims to boost, reward and showcase the spirit of entrepreneurship amongst women locally and globally. Badiri builds the capacity of women entrepreneurs to participate in various sectors of the economy, and provide them with the skills and knowledge to reach their potential. It also focuses on entrepreneurship development, which it encourages through programmes such as Badiri Business Entreprenuership Programme, Badiri Social Entreprenuership Programme, and Badiri E-Academy - an online platform that has courses and resources - in addition to ongoing short workshops, seminars, and courses that aim at creating the next generation of professional women.

5 It all started in the 1990s with an amazing man called Michael Young. Michael was a serial entrepreneur who founded and co-founded dozens of organisations, including the Open University, the Consumers Association, and the Young Foundation (originally called the Institute of Community Studies). Michael realised he could multiply his impact by equipping the next generation of social entrepreneurs to start up brilliant organisations to create social and environmental change. He started talking to people with curious minds and passionate hearts, who also believed that society. Today the SSE has 10 schools operating across the UK and a further two international schools in Canada and India. SSE has works with 1000 social entrepreneurs each year by educating, guiding and supporting them with the knowledge they need to start-up their social enterprises. Badiri Social Entrepreneurship Programme (BSEP) delegates will be the first cohort of SSE collaboration expanding across the Arab region. About SSE Action Learning Our vision A fair and equal society where the potential of all people is fully realised. Our mission To mobilise the experience of people from all backgrounds and support them to use entrepreneurial approaches to create lasting social and environmental change. Our values Integrity, inclusivity, empowerment. At SSE, we know that entrepreneurs favor action. They know what they want to achieve and want to get on with it. They are willing to explore their environment for opportunities and resources, they are people-powered individuals, they learn as they go. Our courses understand that students come from diverse backgrounds, with a broad range of values, opinions and objectives. This course will offer the opportunity to question and analyze the experience of other social entrepreneurs across the UAE, the UK and India.

6 Programme Brief Badiri Education and Development Academy, NAMA's education and capacity building arm, and the UK-based School of Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) are partnering on a 10-month programme for creating a cohort of UAE-based female social entrepreneurs. Twenty women will be chosen for this unique programme that incorporates profitable businesses with projects that have a positive social impact. U.K. The programme has a customised curriculum and will expose the participants to experiences in three countries: The UAE, The UK and India, and will give them a chance to get first-hand experience of what it is like running a social enterprise, and get inspired by expert social entrepreneurs and previous SSE graduates. The process of application and selection for the BSEP programme will take place in the first quarter of 2018, and the programme will start in the second quarter of In addition, the programme will give the participants access to the extensive SSE Alumni network. U.A.E. India

7 Participant Application Emirati or expat women residing in the UAE. 20-years-old or above. Selection Process Criteria Stage 1 Has an established start-up business or intending to step up a business before the end of the programme's duration. Online application received before April 20, 2018 Has a good command of English. Stage 2 Shortlisted applicants from stage 1 will be invited to a face-to-face/online interview. Stage 3 Selected candidates will be invited to a dynamics team workshop in the UAE. How to Apply? Stage 4 Finalists will be notified by early May 2018, to sign the admission agreement and enroll in the programme. Fill the application form on Upload required documents with the application form

8 Programme Plan Participants will work on their projects for three months. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Webinars Registration opens Registration process Final selection UAE-based 3-day introductory course UK-based 10-day programme in both London and Cornwell. UAE- based one week course India-based one week course Submission of projects and graduation Webinars FAQs What is BSEP? Badiri Social Entrepreneurship Programme (BSEP) is a collaboration between NAMA s Badiri Education and Development Academy and the UK s School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE). The 10-month programme incorporates profitable businesses with projects that have a positive social impact. The programme will expose the participants to experiences in three countries: The UAE, the UK and India, and will give them a chance to get first-hand experience of what it is like running a social enterprise, and get inspired by expert social entrepreneurs and previous SSE graduates. FAQs Do I need to have a business degree to join the programme? No. However, the applicant must have a business or social enterprise or is planning to set one up. What will happen after finishing BSEP? After finishing BSEP, the participants will have acquired important skills that will help them establish their own social enterprises or enhance the operation of their existing enterprises. What are the requirements to complete the programme and graduate? What s the difference between Social Entrepreneurs and Business Entrepreneurs? Private Business Entrepreneurs are similar to Social Entrepreneurs in the essence of starting and managing their business. However, Social Entrepreneurs have broader goals, as they aim to benefit their community and society and have a social impact, in addition to making a profit. What are the benefits participants will gain after attending BSEP? BSEP participants will receive guidance from experts in the field of social entrepreneurship, enabling them to start their own social enterprises with confidence. The participants will also get to learn from successful social entrepreneurs abroad and receive coaching and training from SSE representatives. 1. Participants should attend at least 85% of the course in the UAE or online; this includes the classes, workshops, webinars and events. 2. Participants should attend both field missions (UK and India). 3. Participants should submit their project s plan. Do I need to pay to be part of the programme? The courses, workshops and webinars are fully sponsored by Badiri Academy, however, participants are expected to cover their travel and lodging costs during field trips. NAMA and SSE will provide travel and lodging options and facilitate logistics to help with the process. In addition, selected participants will have to pay a refundable AED 5,000 deposit to show their commitment to the programme. The AED 5,000 will be returned in full upon completion of the programme. Who is SSE? School for Social Entrepreneurs is a UK-based school that works on providing guidance and education on social entrepreneurship. They operate in multiple areas across the UK, in Canada and in India, and have advised over 1,000 successful social entrepreneurs globally. How long is BSEP? The programme will take place over 10 months. What language is the programme conducted in? The entire programme is conducted in English. Participants need to have a good command of the language to partake and benefit from the experience. For further information please contact BSEP@namawomen.ae

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