Yooop team

September 10, 2025

4 min

Cherie Blair Foundation for Women

Mentoring Women in Business Program

The Cherie Blair Foundation for Women is a global organization dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs in low- and middle-income countries by providing them with the skills, technology, networks, and access to capital needed to grow sustainable businesses. One of its flagship initiatives, the Mentoring Women in Business Program, connects women entrepreneurs with experienced mentors from around the world for a transformative, year-long virtual mentoring journey.

This program is built on the belief that when women entrepreneurs are supported, they not only strengthen their businesses — they uplift entire communities and contribute to inclusive economic development. The mentoring model combines business training, goal-setting, and confidence-building with one-on-one strategic guidance, delivered via a secure online platform that makes global connection accessible regardless of geography.

Key features of the program include:

  • 12-month structured virtual mentorship with a dedicated business professional
  • Access to global online learning resources and webinars
  • Individual support to strengthen business strategy, marketing, finance, and leadership
  • A diverse global network of fellow women entrepreneurs and mentors
  • Focus on long-term sustainability, impact, and personal growth

The program is especially impactful for women running small and medium enterprises who are seeking to overcome barriers such as limited access to funding, lack of strategic networks, or challenges in digital visibility.

Since 2008, the Cherie Blair Foundation has supported over 200,000 women entrepreneurs in more than 100 countries, helping them to grow their revenues, create jobs, and become influential leaders in their sectors.

Participation in the Mentoring Women in Business Program is fully funded, and selected entrepreneurs benefit from personalized support that adapts to their unique business goals, challenges, and environments.

By being part of this initiative, I am not only building a stronger business — I am contributing to a global movement that believes in the power of women-led innovation and economic resilience.

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