Empower Her
Empowering women to own their financial stories and build thriving businesses
Too many women work tirelessly, yet remain excluded from financial opportunities and visibility. Empower Her bridges that gap through two transformative programmes, designed to help women understand money, grow businesses, and secure generational wealth.
About the Programme
Empower Her is a dual empowerment programme co-created by Connecting Stories, and her partners.
Delivered in hybrid format (UK in-person + EMEA virtual), these sessions equip 200–300 underrepresented women with the tools, confidence, and mentorship to take charge of their finances and launch sustainable businesses.
Programmes:
Q2 2026 (Feb–June)
Financial Literacy programme – “Protection & Planning: Secure Your Financial Foundation”
Q3 2026 (September–November)
Entrepreneurship programme– “Growth & Entrepreneurship: Start, Grow, Invest”
Why it Matters:
Financial literacy and entrepreneurship are powerful equalisers. With access to the right knowledge, community, and mentorship, women can make informed money decisions, build resilient businesses, and shape their economic futures.
Programme 1: Financial Literacy Programme
“Protection & Planning: Secure Your Financial Foundation”
Feb - June 2026
6 Weeks
Hybrid
Overview
This foundational programme helps women take control of their finances, manage risk, and create long-term stability. Through practical sessions, peer circles, and coaching, participants learn to protect their income and plan for growth.
Weekly Curriculum
Learn how to design a budget that fits your lifestyle, align spending with goals, and apply practical saving systems that stick.
Understand good vs bad debt, create a repayment plan, and build financial safety habits to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Explore how insurance secures your future — from health to business protection — and learn how to assess and mitigate risks.
Discover saving strategies, emergency funds, and beginner-friendly investment options to start growing wealth with confidence.
Connect all the pieces — budgeting, saving, insurance, and debt — into one smart, flexible financial roadmap for long-term security.
Close the programme by celebrating wins, setting measurable goals, and joining your peer accountability circle for continued progress.
Coaching Integration:
Guest mentors, 1-to-1 financial coaching for selected participants, and feature financial empowerment opportunities.
Expected Outcomes
- 85% report higher financial confidence
- 70% adopt new savings or investment habits
- 50+ accountability circles formed
Programme 2: Entrepreneurship Programme
“Growth & Entrepreneurship: Start, Grow, Invest”
Sept. - Nov. 2026
6 Weeks
Hybrid
Overview
A practical, growth-driven programme for emerging founders and small business owners. Learn to start, structure, and scale your business with clarity and access to capital.
Weekly Curriculum
Turn your idea into a solid business concept. Learn business structures, value propositions, and how to find your target audience.
Master the fundamentals of operations, finance, and team management — and how to build systems that keep your business efficient.
Craft your business story and digital presence to attract customers and investors. Discover how authentic storytelling drives growth.
Explore tools, funding options, partnerships, and mentorship resources to strengthen your venture’s foundation.
Refine your pitch, structure your business plan, and prepare for investor meetings with expert-led coaching and live practice sessions.
Design a strategy for expansion, leadership, and sustainability that aligns with your mission and long-term goals.
Coaching integration:
Fast-track access financial empowerment opportunities, mentor matching, investor panels, and celebration + pitch events.
Expected Outcomes
- 85% report increased entrepreneurial confidence
- 70% refine business pitch and visibility
- 40+ investor meetings initiated
How the Programme Works
A 6 – 8 week hybrid experience combining live learning, mentorship, and community support.
Format Includes:
Live virtual and in-person workshops
Peer circles of 8–10 women for accountability
1-to-1 coaching for selected participants
Asynchronous digital modules
Downloadable resource kits
Access to post-programme community and funding opportunities
Cohort Schedule
Financial Literacy
Feb –June 2026
Entrepreneurship
Sep. Nov. 2026
Session Length
Virtual
2 hours
In-Person:
2 hours
Why Empower Her?
Flexible formats for busy women
Financial literacy + entrepreneurship + storytelling
Safe, peer-driven learning
Proven confidence and economic impact
Connect all the pieces — budgeting, saving, insurance, and debt — into one smart, flexible financial roadmap for long-term security.
Close the programme by celebrating wins, setting measurable goals, and joining your peer accountability circle for continued progress.
Testimonials
Meet the Experts
Our facilitators and coaches bring experience from finance, entrepreneurship, and storytelling – helping women learn, act, and lead.
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Frequently Asked Questions
Women ready to take charge of their finances or launch a business — whether starting fresh or scaling up.
No. Both programmes are beginner-friendly and structured to meet you where you are.
Yes! All sessions are hybrid, so you can attend from anywhere.
Yes. Upon successful application, selected participants may receive funding support .
Join the Empower Her Programme
Fast-track access to financial empowerment opportunities, mentor matching, investor panels, and pitch events.
Before joining, I avoided money talks. Now I manage my budget, invest confidently, and stay consistent with support from my accountability group.
Nadia, 2025 Cohort (Nigeria)