WE.Circular: Transnational Learning event and Thematic Task Group Meeting

During the first two days the Final Transnational Learning event  and the Second Thematic Task Working Group were held under WE.Circular project, organised by Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Stajerska.

The participants had the opportunity to learn about good practices in support of women entrepreneurs, presented by partners from:

Slovenia:

• ABC Entrepreneurship Program for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs

• ADVANCE CIRCULAR

• AWE – Academy for Women Entrepreneurs

Croatia:

• CITYCIRCLE

• GREENPACT

• CircularDigiBuild

One of the inspiring events was the presentation of Katrin Shugal from AuTerra Materials – finalist in the Innovation contest from Slovenia, who presented innovative circular model for who presented an innovative circular model for the extraction of secondary raw materials from waste.

The programme included also a visit to Kovačnik – family owned business, combining local production and sustainable tourism, located in the picturesque mountains near Maribor..

The second day was dedicated to the development of the training programme under the project, with initial materials presented and ideas discussed for their further development, aiming to achieve high practical value for the women entrepreneurs in training.

Ecosys4You: Annual Partners' meeting

The following two days were dedicated to the Annual meeting of the Ecosys4You project, hosted by DOBA Business School. The meeting focused on presenting the results achieved and discussing upcoming activities, including:

• A review of the internships held in Germany and preparations for the upcoming internship in Bulgaria 

• Presentation of results from the first edition of the mentoring programme, which is expected to conclude before the summer 

• Feedback and evaluations from young students and entrepreneurs who participated in the EMA training programme 

Results and perspectives

The events in Maribor provided an excellent opportunity for sharing good practices, joint planning, and strengthening the partnership among the participants in both projects. With the experience gained, along with new ideas and recommendations, the partners are well prepared for the next phases, aimed at providing real support for women entrepreneurs in the digital and circular economy, as well as fostering entrepreneurial skills among young people in the region.