GreenworalRural Women Entrepreneurship Programme

In June 2022 we joined a European project, working in collaboration with institutions from Spain, Cyprus and Latvia on the development of a programme that aims to support rural women who want to set up their own business. Read more about the project below.

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GREENWORAL project objectives:

empower adult women in rural areas

equip them with new digital and green entrepreneurship skills

promote entrepreneurial and innovative activities that are beneficial for the natural environment and with financial profitability for rural women

encourage and facilitate the improvement of the lives and livelihoods of the population in the rural areas

correct the imbalance between startups between men and women

achieve a balance between the use of natural resources and the maintenance of income in these areas

Benefitsto participants

A FREE online course delivered by TU Dublin.
Self-paced learning online with 2 days in person in The Mill Enterprise Hub.
Access to free mentorship.
Guest speakers – inspiring women entrepreneurs.
Certified by UPCT (Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena) in Spain

Course schedule:

April 2023-May 2023

Course syllabus (2 weeks per module):

Digital skills
Green entrepreneurship
Business skills
Soft skills

Who is the course for?

You live in a rural area, come from a rural background, or would like to open a business in a rural area.
You don’t have any experience in running a business, or you’ve tried and would like to do it again.
You are a patient disciplined learner with ambition to set up your own business.
You are passionate about sustainability, climate change and saving the environment for future generations.

Module 1: Digital Skills

Information processing
Use and management of the virtual Classroom
Introduction to computer science
Digital content creation
Online collaboration tools
Using social networks Computer
security & troubleshooting
Time management & project management tools

Module 2: Green Entrepreneurship

Introduction to entrepreneurship and enterprise purpose
Introduction to Sustainable Development
Climate change & the environment
Social issues & climate justice
Application of the principles of doughnut economics to business context

Module 3: Business

Generating business ideas
Evaluating project strengths & weaknesses
Main legal forms of small business
Business management
Preparing a business plan

Module 4: Soft Skills

Introduction to Soft Skills
Communication & Active Listening Skills
Leadership & Teamwork Skills
Negotiation Skills
Problem Solving
Time Management

Goals ofgreen entrepreneurship

Creating and implementing solutions to environmental problems
Supporting local ecology
Contribute to the green economy
Creating a business model that is economically profitable, environmentally conscious and creates social value.

Further Information:

More details on the project and our partners on the official website.

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DDIH Pre-Accelerator ProgramAbout Drogheda Digital Innovation Hub (DDIH)

The Mill is partnering with Louth Co. Council on the delivery of the Drogheda Digital Innovation Hub, (DDIH). The program will involve the delivery of a pre-accelerator program, a town centre hub and a dedicated program manager to promote enterprise development in the greater Drogheda area.

What is a Pre-Accelerator?
A pre-accelerator is a program focused on early stage startups, taking them from concept to MVP (minimum viable product).

A big part of the program is mentorship. Experienced mentors will come in and give the team guidance with product and customer validation, marketing, product development, pitch and anything else needed to build the product to a place in which it can attract investment and attention.

About DDIH Pre-Accelerator
DDIH is a pre-accelerator program designed to target the high skilled workers in Drogheda or who currently commute from Drogheda to Dublin each day. Drogheda and Co. Louth are in the heart of the M1 Economic corridor which is the most densely populated area of the island and home to some of the most innovative companies in both the traditional and new technology sectors.

The DDIH Pre-Accelerator will provide existing skilled workers within the Drogheda catchment with a viable option to develop their concept to help launch and scale their idea.

Benefits of a Pre-Accelerator
Help develop your concept and establish your MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
Get into a lean startup mindset
Meet potential co-founders and other like-minded individuals
Get easy access to the startup ecosystem
Access to equity-free knowledge.

Start Dates & Selection Process
The program which will commence in mid 2023 and we will provide more details on the application process in Q1 2023.

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“Relocating operations to The Mill has been a game-changer for my business. I am surrounded by like-minded entrepreneurs and there is a real sense of community here. The location is fantastic for me, as it is commutable without any of the dreaded traffic jams I was used to when working in Dublin.

I simply would not have been able to scale my business with such impact without the facilities, knowledge and encouragement I have received from being a Miller”.

Tamara Howard, Tamara Howard Communications

“The Mill has been instrumental in SixTwo Digitals growth between mentoring sessions, networking with other Millers, assistance from LEO and other supports. The business has grown from strength to strength, and we wouldn’t be in the position we are now without the supports from The Mill “

Colm Hanratty, SixTwo Digital

“I am a Web Designer & Social Media Manager and needed a space to work from that wasn’t my bedroom! I joined The Mill because the moment I stepped foot in the building I felt motivated to work.

My Business grew almost immediately because the environment around me pushed me to be more productive, driven, and ambitious. I would highly recommend The Mill to any Entrepreneur looking to grow their business and create a better work/life balance.“

Carys Cook, Fas X Fis – Digital Marketing Consultancy

“The Mill is suitable for businesses of all types and it’s particularly good for new businesses starting up, wanting to get connected with other start up businesses and wanting to get support.

It’s also particularly good for international businesses who want an easy entry into Ireland and into wider Europe. It’s a perfect gateway, a brilliant place and very well recommended”

Steven Rice, CEO of Big Wheel Media

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