Our Programmes
Programmes That Turn Financial Literacy Into Real-Life Outcomes
We deliver structured programmes designed to equip women and young people with the knowledge, confidence, and support needed to take control of their finances, careers, and long-term growth.
Delivered through two core programmes – Empower Her & Financial Literacy Programme
Flagship Programme: Financial Literacy Programme
Building Financial Confidence: A 4-Week Online Financial Literacy Programme
Ongoing from June 2026
4 Weeks
10th, 17th, 24th & 26th June 2026
Overview
Our Financial Literacy Programme helps women move from uncertainty to financial confidence.
Across four weeks, participants gain practical tools, clarity, and the support needed to take control of their finances and build long-term stability.
New cohorts are delivered throughout the year.
Register your interest to be notified of the next available programme.
Weekly Curriculum
The Women & Money Workshop by The Money Charity is an interactive, impartial session designed to help women navigate unique financial challenges and debunk common "money myths." Participants will explore their personal relationship with money, gain practical tools for managing debt and credit and learn the fundamentals of saving and investing. It’s an empowering space focused on boosting confidence and providing the clear signposting needed to take control of your financial future. |
The Budgeting & Keeping Track workshop is a practical session designed to help you take the guesswork out of your finances by establishing clear money goals and identifying personal spending triggers. You'll learn how to create a realistic budget, prioritise your spending, and discover savvy ways to reduce costs and boost your income. It’s an interactive guide to gaining control over your day-to-day money, helping you feel more confident and secure in your financial decisions. |
The Saving & Investing workshop focuses on building long-term financial resilience by exploring the benefits of saving and the various ways to make your money go further. The session demystifies the world of finance by unpacking investment jargon, explaining the basics of how investments work, and providing clarity on pensions. |
This final session focuses on long-term financial structuring and security. It introduces participants to more advanced aspects of personal finance, including how to plan for retirement, protect their income and assets, and make informed decisions about the future of their wealth. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how pensions work, why they are essential for long-term financial stability, and how to begin planning for retirement early. The session will also explore key financial protection tools, helping participants understand how to safeguard their income and assets as they grow.
In addition, the session introduces the fundamentals of estate planning, including the role of wills and the importance of making clear decisions about how assets are managed and passed on. This is approached in a practical and accessible way, ensuring participants
Coaching integration:
Alongside the core sessions, participants receive guided support to apply what they learn to their personal financial situation.
This includes practical reflection, structured exercises, and access to a supportive learning environment — ensuring knowledge is translated into real action and progress.
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the programme, participants will:
- Gain clarity and control over their finances
- Build confidence in making financial decisions
- Develop practical systems for budgeting, saving, and planning
- Understand how to grow and protect their money long-term
Bring This Programme to Your Organisation
Financial literacy is one of the most effective ways to empower women with practical skills and long-term confidence.
Sessions can be tailored to meet the needs of your audience and delivered virtually or in person.
Interested in co-delivering this programme?
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all. This programme is designed for beginners as well as those looking to strengthen their existing knowledge. Each session breaks down financial concepts in a simple, practical, and accessible way, so you can learn with confidence regardless of your starting point.
It is highly practical. Each session is designed to help you apply what you learn to your real-life financial situation, from creating a working budget to understanding your financial commitments and planning for the future. You will leave with tools you can start using immediately.
This programme goes beyond financial knowledge. It focuses on the real barriers women face, including confidence, access, and decision-making, while providing structured, step-by-step guidance across four weeks. It’s not just about learning; it’s about building the confidence to act.
Participants leave with a clear foundation and practical next steps to continue their financial journey. You will also become part of a growing community of women focused on financial empowerment, with opportunities to stay engaged through future programmes, events, and resources.
We deliver our Financial Literacy Programme throughout the year. If there isn't a programme currently open for registration, you can register your interest and we'll let you know when the next cohort opens.
Yes. We work with charities, community groups, employers, educational institutions, and other organisations to deliver tailored financial literacy workshops and programmes for women. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
Yes. Depending on your organisation's needs, sessions can be delivered virtually, in person, or in a hybrid format.
EmpowerHer Programme
About the Programme
Empower Her is a 4-week intensive hybrid programme created for women who are ready to move beyond ideas and start building.
Too many brilliant ideas never see the light of day, not because they lack potential, but because there is no clear structure to bring them to life.
This programme bridges that gap.
Through a combination of expert-led sessions, practical exercises, and real-world insights, participants are guided step-by-step from idea stage to execution readiness.
This is not a theory-based programme.
It is designed for action, clarity, and momentum.
Programmes:
Q2 2026 Virtual Sessions
(14th and 28th May 2026)
Week 1: Idea Clarity & Validation
Week 2: Brand & Visibility
Q3 2026 In-Person Experience
(10th and 24th September 2026)
Week 3: Business Foundations
Week 4: Pitch & Showcase
Who This is For:
This programme is for you if:
- You have a business idea but don’t know where to start
- You’ve started something but feel stuck or unsure of your next steps
- You struggle with turning your ideas into clear, structured plans
- You want to build something meaningful but lack guidance or support
- You are ready to take your idea seriously and commit to building it
Programme Structure
Move from idea to execution through a structured journey of clarity, positioning, and business development.
Learn to validate your idea, build a strong foundation, and communicate it with confidence.
By the end, you’ll have a clear, structured business concept and a compelling pitch to bring it to life.
May & September
4 Weeks
Hybrid
Overview
Empower Her is a structured 4-week programme designed to support women in transforming early-stage ideas into viable and sustainable business concepts.
The programme combines expert-led sessions, practical exercises, peer learning, and real-world exposure to guide participants from idea development to execution and visibility.
Weekly Curriculum
This first stage of the programme focuses on helping participants move from having a general idea to developing a clearer and more structured business concept. Participants will also be guided on how to begin validating their ideas.
Participants will explore the role of storytelling in business and how their personal experiences, motivations, and values can shape the narrative behind their brand. This helps participants move beyond generic descriptions and begin to communicate their businesses in a more authentic and compelling way.
The third stage introduces participants to the practical aspects of running a business. Participants will explore the key activities involved in managing a business, including delivery, customer management, and operations.
The final stage focuses on helping participants prepare for growth and opportunity. Participants will learn how to structure a business pitch and communicate their ideas clearly.
Expected Outcomes
- Participants will have a clearly defined and validated business idea
- Participants will develop a structured business model
- Participants will confidently present their ideas in a pitch format
- Participants will gain practical tools to begin execution
Frequently Asked Questions
Empower Her is designed for women who have an idea they want to explore, build, or structure into a viable business.
Whether you are starting from scratch or refining an existing idea, this programme will guide you with clarity and direction.
Not necessarily.
You can join with:
- A clear idea
- A rough concept
- Or even just a strong interest in starting something
The programme will help you develop and refine your idea into something structured and actionable.
Yes.
Empower Her is designed to meet you where you are.
No prior business experience is required, just a willingness to learn and take action.
The programme is delivered in two parts:
- Virtual Sessions (May): Focused on idea clarity, validation, and positioning
- In-Person Sessions (September): Focused on execution, refinement, and pitching
This structure allows you to learn, reflect, and return with stronger direction for the next phase.
Empower Her is not just about learning, it is about building.
You will:
- Work on your idea in real time
- Receive practical guidance and feedback
- Learn directly from founders and industry experts
The focus is on execution, not just inspiration.
You will need to attend the scheduled sessions and dedicate additional time to work on your idea between sessions.
We recommend setting aside a few hours each week to fully benefit from the programme.
Yes.
You will have access to:
- Facilitators and speakers
- A supportive community of participants
- Opportunities to ask questions and receive guidance
Yes.
To ensure quality engagement and impact, spaces are limited.
Applications will be reviewed, and selected participants will be notified.
Simply click the Apply Now button and complete the application form.
If applications are not yet open, you can join the waitlist to be notified when they go live.
Participants will be connected to ongoing opportunities within the Connecting Stories ecosystem, including:
- Community support
- Future programmes and events
- Potential mentorship opportunities
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
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
Dr. Susan Danny
Mentor & Coach
AI Skills That Opens Doors
September 2026
4 Weeks
Virtual
Overview
Helping Women Build Confidence, Capability and Opportunity Through Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how we work, learn and build businesses. Yet many women risk being left behind, not because they lack potential, but because they haven’t had access to practical, inclusive AI education.
AI Skills That Open Doors is a four-week virtual programme designed to bridge that gap.
Through expert-led workshops, live demonstrations, practical exercises and real-world applications, participants will learn how to confidently use AI to improve productivity, strengthen their careers, grow their businesses and prepare for the future of work.
This is not a technical coding programme.
It is a practical, beginner-friendly learning experience focused on helping women understand AI, use it responsibly and apply it immediately in their everyday lives and careers.
Whether you’re a professional, entrepreneur, freelancer, student or career changer, this programme will help you move from curiosity to confidence.
Who This is For:
AI Skills That Open Doors is designed for women who want to build practical AI skills and future-ready confidence.
Whether you’re:
- A professional looking to work smarter and boost productivity
- An entrepreneur or business owner wanting to grow your business with AI
- A freelancer looking to deliver greater value to clients
- A student preparing for the future of work
- Or someone exploring new career opportunities
This programme will equip you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to use AI effectively in your everyday work, career and business.
No prior AI or technical experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Weekly Curriculum
Build a strong understanding of Artificial Intelligence and how it is reshaping the workplace and wider economy. Participants will explore different AI tools, understand responsible AI use, and learn the fundamentals of prompt engineering to communicate effectively with AI systems and generate better results.
Topics include
- Introduction to AI and Generative AI
- AI myths and misconceptions
- Prompt engineering fundamentals
- Using ChatGPT and other AI tools effectively
- AI ethics, privacy and responsible use
Learn how AI can help automate repetitive tasks, improve productivity and save valuable time.
Participants will discover practical ways to integrate AI into their daily workflows using real-world workplace scenarios.
Topics include
- Writing emails and reports
- Creating presentations and meeting notes
- Research and information gathering
- Workflow automation
- AI productivity tools for everyday work
Discover how AI can support career progression, entrepreneurship and professional development.
Participants will learn how to strengthen their personal brand, improve job applications and use AI to support marketing, business planning and content creation.
Topics include
- AI-powered CVs and LinkedIn optimisation
- Job applications and interview preparation
- AI for entrepreneurs and small businesses
- Marketing and content creation
- Personal branding using AI
The final week focuses on turning new knowledge into action.
Participants will explore emerging AI career pathways, build a personalised AI action plan and connect with opportunities for continued learning, networking and professional development.
Topics include
- AI careers and emerging opportunities
- Building an AI portfolio
- Personal AI roadmap
- Industry insights from guest speakers
- Next steps for continuous learning
Expected Outcomes
- Participants will build confidence using AI tools to improve productivity at work, in business and in everyday life.
- Participants will develop practical AI skills, including prompt engineering, automation and responsible AI use.
- Participants will apply AI to strengthen their careers, personal brand and business growth.
- Participants will create a personalised AI action plan to continue learning and confidently use AI beyond the programme.
- Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and become part of the Connecting Stories AI community for ongoing learning, networking and future opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. This programme is designed for beginners and non-technical professionals. All sessions are practical, easy to follow and suitable for those just getting started with AI.
The programme is delivered through live virtual sessions, featuring expert-led workshops, demonstrations and hands-on activities that participants can apply immediately.
You'll learn how to use AI to improve productivity, automate everyday tasks, strengthen your career or business, and confidently navigate the future of work using practical AI tools.
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a Certificate of Completion from Connecting Stories CIC.
Applications will open soon. Join our waitlist or subscribe to our newsletter to be among the first to hear when registration begins.
Participants should plan to attend one live session each week and set aside a little time afterwards to practise what they've learned. The programme is designed to fit around work, study and other commitments.
The programme is open to women aged 16 and over who are interested in building practical AI skills. Whether you're employed, self-employed, running a business, studying or exploring new career opportunities, you'll gain valuable skills to help you thrive in the future of work.
How Our Programmes Work
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
Register for Our Programmes
Fast-track access to financial empowerment opportunities, mentor matching, investor panels, and pitch events.
Cohort Schedule
Empower Her Series
May & September 2026
Financial Literacy Programme
June 2026
AI Skills That Open Doors
September 2026
Session Length
Hybrid
2 hours
Hybrid
2 hours
Virtual
2 hours
Why Join Our Programmes?
Flexible formats for busy women
Financial literacy + entrepreneurship + storytelling
Safe, peer-driven learning
Proven confidence and economic impact
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)