Sheraa launches Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship initiative

Through the vision and patronage of Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), Sheraa has announced the inaugural Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship (SWIF), in efforts to advance women's leadership in entrepreneurship, offering a platform to scale their impact and drive meaningful change within their communities and beyond.

- Staff Reporter, Gulf Today

This forward-focused initiative, officially launched on August 28, 2025, offers a powerful platform for scaling impact and driving meaningful change within entrepreneurial communities and industries across the globe, designed to identify, accelerate, and champion high-potential women founders who are ready to scale their impact. Registration for this exclusive fellowship is now open and will conclude on October 5, 2025; and interested applicants are invited to apply via the official website at https://www.swif.sheraa.ae/.

This fellowship is a direct extension of Sheraa's proven legacy of gender equity and women's empowerment, with 528 of its portfolio led by female entrepreneurs; a figure that far exceeds global averages. The programme also directly aligns with Sheraa's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs on every step of their journey, providing the essential resources, mentorship, and networks required to succeed.