• Empowering women in the economy and closing gender gaps in the world of work are key to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. (Source)

  • MSMEs contribute 22 per cent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) employing about 1.75 million people. (Source)

  • Women’s contribution to GDP in Nepal is estimated to be 36%. (Source)

  • The working age women population stands at 11.53 million in Nepal, but only 22.5% of them are employed.

  • FWEAN strives for socio-economic transformation of Nepalese women through entrepreneurship development and economic empowerment.

WHO WE ARE?

The Federation of Woman Entrepreneurs’ Associations of Nepal (FWEAN) champions the socio-economic empowerment of Nepalese women through entrepreneurship development and economic inclusion. Serving over 5,500 members across Nepal with WEAN Chapters 76 districts, FWEAN advocates for women’s economic rights,…

KEY OBJECTIVES

Guided by our 4 objectives, we plan and execute our activities.

ADVOCACY

Advocate on issues related to women’s economic empowerment.

CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT

Enhance capacity of women entrepreneurs.

SUPPORT BUSINESS

Support businesses of women entrepreneurs.

OUTREACH AND NETWORKING

Increase outreach of FWEAN.

MISSION

Catalyzing the entrepreneurial ecosystem to build enabling environments for potential and existing women entrepreneurs

VISION

Build nation through socio-economic empowerment of Nepalese women.

GOAL

Transform the socio-economic status of women and empower them through entrepreneurship.

Latest News

  • 24
  • Dec

The 8th General Convention and the 18th Annual General Meeting

  • Dec. 24, 2021

The 8th General Convention and the 18th Annual General Meeting of the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN) which was organized on the 8th and 9th of Poush have been concluded. General…

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  • 20
  • Nov

FWEAN Signs Historic MoU as Founding Member of Asia-Pacific RNBWO

  • Nov. 20, 2024

November 14, 2024, marks a significant milestone for the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs’ Associations of Nepal (FWEAN) as they sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with key partners in the…

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  • 07
  • Feb

8th International Women’s Trade Expo 2025

  • Feb. 07, 2025

BACKGROUND Women entrepreneurs and women-led enterprises are steadily growing all over the world, and in Nepal too contributing to household incomes and growth of national economies. However, women face time,…

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  • 07
  • Aug

FWEAN’s TEEJ UTSAV

  • Aug. 07, 2024

Teej Utsav: Celebrating Womanhood with Joy and Color! We are thrilled to announce FWEAN’s first-ever Teej Utsav, a vibrant celebration honoring the strength, beauty, and cultural heritage of women. Join…

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  • 27
  • Nov

Made in Nepal Expo 2024

  • Nov. 27, 2024

The Made in Nepal Expo Australia, a vibrant celebration that serves as a gateway to the rich spirit of Nepal. This historic event, co-organized by the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs’…

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DISTRICTS REACHED

5500

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NUMBER OF MEMBERS

43

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PROJECT ACCOMPLISHED

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