Dominica to host first ever She-Preneur Bus Tour, aims to support female entrepreneurs

Dominica: Housing Minister Melissa Skerrit is all set to host the inaugural SHE-PRENEUR Stop & Shop ‘Hop On, Hop Off’ bus tour on March 7, 8, 9 and 11. The event is aimed at promoting women's entrepreneurial activities and enhancing connectivity between shoppers and markets under the umbrella of Sustainable Cities. The Minister called on all citizens and residents to support the Dominican female entrepreneurs as the tour will be held across Roseau and Portsmouth. The bus tour will feature culture, cuisine, arts and crafts as well as agro products.

The Government of Dominica and Ministry of Housing in collaboration with the Build Back Equal Project funded by Global Affairs Canada is presenting the event in celebration of International Women’s Month. The initiative is aligned with the UN theme ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’ and it aims to support women-owned MSMEs.

The She-Preneur Tour and Shop campaign will showcase and promote women entrepreneurs across designated locations. Minister Melissa Skerrit is inviting everyone to join the females on this dynamic tour from March 7 to 11, where they can explore entrepreneurial ventures, support local businesses and contribute to sustainable urban development. Citizens can explore Roseau’s and Portsmouth’s must-see stops on the hop-on and hop-off bus tours. According to the information, the tour is designed to be an interactive experience and will offer visitors the chance to support local industry by purchasing a diverse array of products and services along the way.

Zeb Kweyol in Roseau will be hosting several female entrepreneurs including Jaydee’s Naturals, Eclat Nova Luxuries, Tres Chic, Abilities Unlimited, Cassava Man, Roseau Old Market, Bayfront Vendors Market and Kalinago Craft Producers.

[caption id="attachment_68927" align="aligncenter" width="386"] She-Preneur Roseau Map (PC - Facebook)[/caption] Notably, in Portsmouth, the bus tour will comprise of three stops. The first stop will be at a Mini Expo featuring female entrepreneurs selling local products. Melanin Touch Cosmetics, Nature Blends, Max Souvenir Shop, Royal Touch Spa, Jane Mary Skincare Aesthetics Spa, Zilla’s Craft Shop and Creatively Crafter 767 will be a few of the businesses present at the Expo.

The second stop will be at Horseback: Rainforest Riding, which will make the event much more exciting and will be held in the picturesque landscape of Bell Hall, Portsmouth. The third stop will be at the Bell Hall Beach Spot which will be final destination on the ShePreneurs Portsmouth Tour & Shop.