Applications are now open for the Female Founders & Funders Programme 3.0, an initiative by the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs across Lagos and Nigeria.
The programme is designed to equip female founders with the skills, mentorship, and investor connections needed to scale their businesses and access funding opportunities.
About the Programme
The Female Founders & Funders Programme focuses on closing the funding gap for women-led startups by preparing participants to become investment-ready and connect with potential investors, including venture capitalists and angel networks.
Participants will gain practical insights, hands-on support, and access to funding ecosystems that can accelerate business growth.
Programme Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Mentorship from experienced founders and investors
- Investor readiness training for fundraising
- Access to funding networks and capital opportunities
- Peer learning with other women entrepreneurs
- Networking opportunities with ecosystem leaders and stakeholders
Who Should Apply
The programme is open to:
- Female founders and co-founders of startups
- Women running early-stage or growth-stage businesses
- Entrepreneurs seeking funding or preparing for investment rounds
- Founders looking to expand their professional networks
Startups across sectors such as technology, fintech, healthtech, edtech, agriculture, and creative industries are encouraged to apply.
Programme Focus Areas
Participants will be trained in key areas, including:
- Business model development
- Investor pitch preparation
- Financial planning and fundraising strategy
- Market expansion and scaling strategies
How to Apply
Interested applicants can submit their applications through the official portal:
https://lagosinnovates.ng/female-founders-funders/
