The events brought together specialists, entrepreneurs, and local partners to promote dialogue, learning, and networking.
The Chevening Alumni programme, with support from the Chevening Alumni Programme Fund (CAPF), developed two initiatives aimed at strengthening women’s leadership, economic participation, and entrepreneurship in Guatemala. Both spaces, led by Chevening Alumni, convened women from diverse sectors, professionals, students, and institutional partners to reflect on the challenges and opportunities women face in the economic sphere.
- “Woman in Entrepreneurship” — A space to inspire, connect, and build
The first activity, “Woman in Entrepreneurship”, was held on Saturday, 17 January, at Fundación BI in Zone 4, Guatemala City. The event brought together more than 30 participants for a morning dedicated to inspiration, mentorship, and the creation of professional networks.
During the panel, women from sectors such as construction, technology, gastronomy, and the arts shared their journeys, challenges, and achievements, generating an honest, motivating, and deeply human conversation. The setting encouraged open exchanges, learning, and real networking opportunities that strengthened collective understanding of the role of women in Guatemala’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Academic Exchange at UVG “Women’s Economic Participation and Entrepreneurship in Guatemala”
On Thursday, 22 January, Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) hosted the academic exchange “Women’s Economic Participation and Entrepreneurship in Guatemala,” a free, public event designed to analyse the economic reality of women through a multidisciplinary perspective.
Chevening Alumni and other professionals presented research, evidence, and case studies addressing the persistent gaps in education, racism, access to opportunities, and structural barriers that limit women’s participation in the labour market. The presentations revealed a complex reality, while also calling for evidence based, collaborative solutions. The event included meaningful opportunities for dialogue, reflection, and networking among attendees, academic institutions, and strategic partners.
Both activities demonstrate the commitment of the Chevening network in Guatemala to advancing initiatives that strengthen women’s leadership, economic equity, and sustainable solutions. Through the CAPF, Chevening continues to promote spaces for analysis, learning, and collective action that create real impact in the communities and sectors it supports.