This acceleration program is led and delivered by Innovate for Bahrain, a branch company of Bahrain FinTech Bay’s.
In Collaboration With
About the Program
She’s Next, Empowered by Visa is a global advocacy program designed to support women-owned small businesses through funding, training, and mentorship, enabling them to scale and grow sustainably.
As part of our portfolio of innovation programs in Bahrain, the initiative reflects a commitment to advancing inclusive entrepreneurship and strengthening the Kingdom’s SME ecosystem.
Key Highlights
Access to funding, training, and mentorship
Support for women-led SMEs at different growth stages
Increased visibility and recognition within a global network
Community engagement through public voting mechanisms
Program Rewards
$45,000
Grand Prize Winner
to support business scaling and expansion
$10,000
People’s Choice
awarded based on public voting
Cohort Spotlight
The program showcased a cohort of women entrepreneurs contributing to Bahrain’s evolving business landscape.
Grand Prize Winner
Haya Al Jassim
Founder of Maiwa
People’s Choice Winner
Areej Matooq
Founder of Fermentdiet