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We-Fi’s Knowledge Portal is your gateway to the latest research, insights, tools, and resources on advancing women entrepreneurs in developing economies. Designed for policymakers, development practitioners, and local implementing partners, the portal curates cutting-edge research, case studies, and practical guidance from across the We-Fi partnership and wider ecosystem. Whether you’re designing a new program or scaling an existing one, this is where data meets action.

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Evidence Base

Searchable database of research on women’s entrepreneurship — from We-Fi and beyond. Also featuring the We-Fi Evidence Paper and Evidence Snapshots.

We-Fi Portfolio Spotlight

Project insights, evaluations, market assessments, and country studies from We-Fi programs, showcasing results and lessons from implementation.

Practice Notes & Toolkits

Practical resources drawing on operational experience and best practices for women’s entrepreneurship programs.

Thematic Briefs

Focused insights on We-Fi’s strategic priorities including care, climate, jobs and more—to inform programs and partnerships.

Featured Publications

Featured StoryKnowledge CornerPractice Notes & ToolkitsWhat Enables Her Business to Grow: A Segmentation Framework Serving Women-Led Businesses in Emerging Markets
July 21, 2025

What Enables Her Business to Grow: A Segmentation Framework Serving Women-Led Businesses in Emerging Markets

Governments, financial institutions, and development actors increasingly recognize the vital role that women-owned and led SMEs (WSMEs) play in job creation and economic growth. However, many programs still apply a…
Suzanne Perez
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May 1, 2025 in Knowledge Corner, News

Revisiting the Evidence Base: Supporting Women Entrepreneurs in Developing Countries

This paper presents the findings of a comprehensive literature review to identify evidence on what works to support women entrepreneurs in developing countries. It covers both the evidence of constraints women entrepreneurs…
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January 30, 2025 in Featured Story, Knowledge Corner, Thematic Notes, WE Finance Code

Where are the Women Entrepreneurs? A Case Study on Standard Chartered’s SocialAI Model to Identify Women-Owned SMEs in Bank Portfolios

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June 6, 2024 in Featured Story, Knowledge Corner

Research Shows the Cost-Effective Power of Networks for Women Entrepreneurs

Networking programs that connect women entrepreneurs with their peers help the women develop as leaders and increase their companies’ profits, based on new research presented at a We-Fi webinar, part…
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June 5, 2024 in Knowledge Corner

Research on India Suggests Women Are a Key to Fast Economic Growth

By Elizabeth MacBride, Senior Knowledge and Advocacy Consultant, We-Fi Secretariat Removing the barriers to women’s entrepreneurship in developing markets would lead to an explosion of female-led growth as women entrepreneurs…
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Knowledge Events

Research ConferenceUpcoming2025 Research Conference: Accelerating Growth for Women Entrepreneurs
March 4, 2025

2025 Research Conference: Accelerating Growth for Women Entrepreneurs

EBRD Headquarters, London | 27 - 28 October 2025
We-Fi Secretariat
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We-Fi Knowledge Series

June 11, 2025 in Events, Featured Story, Knowledge Series

What Works in Supporting Women Entrepreneurs? Lessons from the Evidence and Opportunities for Further Research

Thursday, June 26 9:00am - 10:00am EST Description: Women entrepreneurs drive economic growth, creating businesses that generate jobs, develop human capital, and boost female labor participation. However, they face significant…
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January 30, 2025 in Events, Featured Story, Knowledge Series

Innovative Financing Solutions to Unlock Access for Women Entrepreneurs

Co-organized by: Description: Access to Finance remains one of the main challenges women entrepreneurs face. Studies reveal that women-led businesses often face limited access to loans, credit, and other financial services…
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