ITC SheTrade Initiative
This is an initiative led by the International Trade Centre (ITC) aiming to empower women entrepreneurs from developing countries in Africa, Latin America and Asia so they thrive in global trade. ITC as launched a series of business missions to connect women exporters in these markets with Buyers around the world.
These are fully funded opportunities for UK Importers who are keen to diversify their supply chain in the below sectors.
Please note these missions are organised and funded by ITC. GMCC is only supporting with the promotion of these missions.
Eligibility Criteria
Professional profile (including digital presence, e.g. company website and social media accounts),
company details (e.g. purchasing and importing volume), import-export experience, products
of interest, geographical area and budget restrictions.
Funding
- Travel expenses (economy class), accommodation costs and meals (breakfast, lunch,
and dinner - A number of business-to-business and networking sessions
See below available missions for 2024:
- UK-ASEAN (18-22 November 2024)
Target Sectors: Textile, apparel, footwear, handicrafts
Application Deadline: 6th October 2024
Register: ITC Surveys (intracen.org)
- UK-Mozambique (25-29 November 2024)
Target Sectors: Processed agri-food products (Cashew nuts, sesame, coffee and tea products
Application Deadline: 6th October 2024
Application Link for UK Companies: ITC Surveys (intracen.org)
- UK – Sri Lanka Trade Mission (2 – 6 December 2024)
Target Sectors: Textiles and Apparel, and Processed Agri-food (i.e. spices, coconut products, sesame products, dried fruits and vegetables, etc.). See list of HS Codes: 1006 30, 1006 40, 2001, 2003, 2106, 03040 99, 0801 11, 0409 11, 091099, 1513 11, 1515 15, 0803 90, 2009 43, 0807 11, 2008 19, 0904, 0712 90.
Application Deadline: 20th October 2024
Application Link for UK Companies: https://surveys.intracen.org/response/G2tIYnJcTgYHYlZ_Vld7S0d9cHg
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