Women in Isfara invited to free entrepreneurship training
Want to start your own business or improve the one you already run? Choose one of three practical training tracks. Previous business experience is not required.
About the programme
Neksigol Mushovir, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and in cooperation with the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Tajikistan, invites women, including young women, from Lakkon, Vorukh, Chorkuh, Shurob, Navgilem and Chilgazi jamoats in Isfara. The training is part of the project “Advancing Shared Prosperity and Social Cohesion in the Kyrgyz-Tajik Borderlands”.
What you will learn
The programme runs for four days: two days of entrepreneurship and financial literacy, followed by two days of practical learning in your chosen track. You will explore your business idea, potential customers, costs, pricing and sales. There are 30 planned places in each track.
Three tracks to choose from
- Solar fruit drying. Fruit preparation, hygiene, drying, packaging and sales.
- Green livestock fodder. Using automated multi-tier growing systems, maintaining equipment and calculating operating costs.
- Digital services (“Digital Ambassadors”). Presenting products online, finding buyers and coordinating orders. Young women are prioritised in this track.
Who can apply
Women from the listed jamoats who want to start a business or develop an existing one and are ready to attend four days of training, complete practical tasks and work with an adviser. Previous business experience and an already registered business are not mandatory for the training selection. Choose only one track. Applying and participating are free.
Support after training
Selection has two stages. Training participants are selected first, and businesses are then selected separately for support. After training, five women-led businesses in each track will be chosen through a transparent assessment for equipment, materials and individual advice. The support package depends on assessed business needs and agreement with UNDP.
How to apply
Open the online form, choose one track and give brief, clear answers. Applications are assessed against the selection conditions and criteria. For help completing the form or to request a paper application, call the team at +992 928 24 24 24.