EDP Training

The Entrepreneurship Development Training (EDP) by Key Foundation supports women entrepreneurs through a structured four-stage approach—motivation, enterprise selection, financial assistance, and operationalisation. Using participatory training methods, women gain skills in business planning, decision-making, and market understanding. With continued mentorship and financial linkages, the program enables women to start and sustain their own enterprises, fostering economic independence and community development.

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3/20/20261 min read

Entrepreneurship Development Training for potential Women Entrepreneurs

Key Foundation conducts Entrepreneurship Development Training (EDT) to support potential women entrepreneurs in building sustainable livelihoods. These trainings are designed to equip women, especially from low-income communities, with essential skills required to start, manage, and grow their own enterprises. Through structured sessions, participants are introduced to key concepts such as business planning, cost estimation, market analysis, and customer engagement, enabling them to make informed business decisions.

The training adopts a participatory and practical approach, as seen in the session above, where women engage in group discussions, visual learning, and experience sharing. This method helps women better understand entrepreneurial concepts in a relatable way, while also building confidence and peer support networks. Participants are encouraged to identify local business opportunities and explore ways to convert their skills into viable income-generating activities such as tailoring, food processing, or small retail businesses.

Beyond training, Key Foundation provides continuous mentorship and handholding support to ensure that women are able to implement their learning effectively. This includes guidance on accessing financial linkages, connecting with markets, and overcoming initial business challenges. As a result, many women transition from being income earners to confident entrepreneurs, contributing not only to their household income but also to the economic development of their communities.