Our Strategy
Connecting women to the economy — how the Business Women Forum turns its vision into results.
Connecting
women to
economy
The Business Women Forum (BWF) is a national non-profit association established in 2006 to “strengthen the role of businesswomen as leaders in the Palestinian economy through advocacy, networking and the provision of business services”.
BWF has members and beneficiaries from all West Bank cities and Gaza.
Theory of Change
- 1 Customized training & coaching services
- 2 Mentorship & professional development opportunities
- 3 Access to finance & access to market services
- 4 Empowerment & contribution to a resilient Palestinian economy
Vision, Mission & Values
Empowering businesswomen, female innovators and entrepreneurs to contribute to developing a resilient Palestinian economy.
To strengthen the competitiveness of Palestinian businesswomen and female entrepreneurs by building capacities, enhancing access to markets and advocating an enabling environment for businesswomen in Palestine.
Women Empowerment
Empowering women to take on leadership roles in the Palestinian economy and to reach their full potential as entrepreneurs and innovators.
Professionalism
BWF values professionalism and upholds high standards in its work, including capacity building, coaching, consultancy and technical support.
Innovation, Creativity & Dedication
BWF is committed to doing things differently. Keeping pace with a fast-moving business environment, we prioritise innovation and creativity to respond to change and competition.
Change & Impact Focused
Proactive Approach
Committed to taking initiative in advance.
Themes & Objectives
Enhance BWF Services & Value
- 1Enhance service profiling and definition for all customer segments
- 2Enhance workforce, employability, basic and advanced business services and support
Expand BWF National, Regional & International Network
- 3Expand membership and volunteering opportunities
- 4Expand the donors’ and sponsors’ network
- 5Expand partnerships and affiliations nationally and internationally
Enrich BWF Capacity & Resources
- 6Secure funding from a variety of sources
- 7Enhance governance, process efficiency and effectiveness
- 8Build internal capability and skills
Expand BWF Influence & Advocacy
- 9Increase the representation and impact of businesswomen in society
- 10Enhance the leadership role of Palestinian women in economic decision-making
Customer Segments & Services
Unemployed Highly Skilled Women
Enter the WorkplaceWomen-led Small & Growing Businesses
Grow Your BusinessEstablished Business Women
Sustain Your BusinessSee the strategy in action
Explore the programmes and projects that put these objectives into practice.