EcoCiclo is a Brazilian-based social enterprise dedicated to achieving menstrual dignity and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded with the mission to provide accessible menstrual health products, EcoCiclo developed the first 100% biodegradable sanitary pad in Brazil. The biodegradable pads decompose in just six months, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic-based pads that take 500 years to decompose. EcoCiclo provides income-generation opportunities to women involved in the production, sale, and distribution of our products. Through our programmes, they also equip women with entrepreneurial and leadership skills, enabling them to achieve economic independence and become agents of change within their communities.

EcoCiclo builds a marketplace of sustainable products made by women from Brazil, a sales channel with products from eco-diapers to clay soaps, focused on scaling the sales of women entrepreneurs. EcoCiclo has become more than a product, they are an ecosystem to generates income and opportunities for women. Since its inception six years ago, EcoCiclo has positively impacted over 15,000 women across Brazil, from the favelas of Salvador to the remote villages of the Amazon, where even basic needs feel like luxuries.

Terry-Ann is an author and disability rights and gender inclusivity advocate. They started their advocacy journey in 2014 as a Goodwill Ambassador for Casual Day, one of South Africa's largest fundraisers for people with disabilities. Terry-Ann has used their voice as a speaker on the lived experiences of people with disabilities on numerous platforms. Their publications include Those Who Live In Cages and White Chalk, which have both been praised for their representation and portrayals of marginalised people in post-Apartheid South Africa.

Often speaking on local and international panels, their aim is raising awareness of intersectional advocacy with a focus on disability and its intersections with other marginalised identities. These panels have included The Soul City Institute, AWID and the 2024 FILVEN festival in Venezuela where they spoke about diversity and inclusion in fiction. At Absa, Terry-Ann is the Education and Awareness lead for the True Colour’s Collective, Absa’s official LGBTQIA colleague forum. This work includes running dialogues, hosting Educational sessions, and creating a support group and online community for LGBTQIA colleagues and allies within the organisation. In 2024, Terry-Ann hosted their first creative writing masterclass with women authors, and in 2025, they will be one of the instructors at the Idembeka Creative Writing Workshop for young aspiring African authors.

FanmIn, founded in Montreal in October 2022, is dedicated to family rehabilitation by empowering women and girls as central figures in family and society. Operating in both Haiti and Canada, FanmIn promotes awareness around discrimination and inequality, aiming to create a more equitable society. The organisation strengthens families through education, advocacy, and community development, hosting workshops, training sessions, public speaking events, and offering educational resources. FanmIn also collaborates with policymakers and community leaders to effect change on local, national, and global levels, building networks committed to a world where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and where women and girls are especially empowered to reach their full potential.

FanmIn’s initiatives, including APEDI, Ann Aprann Ansanm (AAA), and EmpowerHer, address the needs of vulnerable communities, particularly in Haiti. APEDI supports internally displaced families, especially women and girls, by providing training and resources to improve their quality of life. AAA has enrolled over 300 young people in courses on topics like Digital Marketing and Web Design, while EmpowerHer equips girls aged 15-21 with skills for social and economic empowerment. The EmpowerHer with DigitalBridge program further advances digital literacy among young Haitian women, covering essentials such as tech skills, transportation, and meals to eliminate barriers to participation. Through these programs, FanmIn fosters growth and opportunity in Haitian communities.

The aim of the Balia Foundation is to provide teenagers with tools that enhance their talent, promote education in values and strengthen their emotional intelligence, preparing them to face the challenges of everyday life and promoting their inclusion in the community. The socio-educational project ‘Juventud Balia’ is aimed at adolescents at risk of social exclusion, with the objective of promoting equal opportunities and the integral development of young people.

This project consists of several interrelated programmes. The first, Territorio Joven (Youth Territory), offers academic support, adapted to individual needs, together with recreational activities that promote coexistence and teamwork. The second, Dance, offers dance classes, encouraging artistic expression and creativity, as well as the development of motor skills and self-confidence. The third is Basketball, which not only teaches sports techniques, but also emphasises values such as teamwork, discipline and personal growth. The fourth is Generacion Balia, a mentoring and career guidance project for young people in their final years of high school. There are also other projects specialising in the specific needs of young people that complement the comprehensive care that Balia offers them. The Youth Health Programme, developed in collaboration with AstraZeneca, is a cross-cutting programme in all youth projects. During the 2023-24 academic year, 251 workshops were held, benefiting 1,130 people, 690 of whom were young people from the organisation. One of the distinctive features of this intervention was the support provided to both minors and their families, which boosted the impact on their environment.

Jessy Radwan’s career began with the challenge of balancing work and motherhood, as flexible job options were scarce. This led her to create HireSuperMama, a Facebook group of over 50,000 women dedicated to helping mothers find flexible work. This group eventually grew into Carerha. Carerha was founded to connect women with companies offering flexible jobs that suit their career goals. While demand was high from both applicants and companies, Carerha found that many women struggled due to outdated skills from career gaps, making it hard to compete.

Additionally, some women turned to entrepreneurship without sufficient knowledge or experience. Carerha supports employers seeking to hire qualified women and meet diversity goals by becoming a leading female-focused EdTech platform in the Middle East, empowering women economically and promoting inclusive workplaces. Since its inception, Carerha has launched 90+ masterclasses and 50 courses. It has launched 30+ Female Focused Programs with Leading Multinational corporations including Nestle and Foundever and founded and led Carerha Summit in 2022 and 2023, with over 8,000 attendees, 400 guest speakers & experts, 70 workshops, and sponsorship from more than 50 multinational corporations, startups, incubators, and investors.

LaCom Magazine is an all-in-one digital media platform dedicated to supporting and empowering young entrepreneurs in the Arab world. The magazine was established as a trusted and inspiring source for innovators and startups, providing diverse content that highlights success stories, entrepreneurial ventures, and innovations contributing to the growth of the digital economy in the region. LaCom offers a wide range of articles covering various sectors, in addition to exclusive interviews with entrepreneurs and industry experts through the LaCom Podcast.

The magazine also focuses on providing practical advice on developing startup projects, overcoming challenges, and succeeding in a competitive business environment. With a focus on innovation, creativity, and partnerships, LaCom Magazine aims to build an integrated community of young entrepreneurs who aspire to create positive and sustainable change in the business world across the region. Collaborating with local and international partners, LaCom has spotlighted over 250 startups, hosted 25 events, reached over 10,000 young individuals and connected with 7,000+ entrepreneurs through its online channels, offering valuable content and insights that support sustainable business growth.

The Salimatou Foundation for Education (SaFE), established in 2011 in The Gambia, is dedicated to promoting access to quality education and gender equality. The foundation’s primary aim is to eliminate barriers to education, especially for marginalised groups such as girls and children from low-income families. SaFE’s programs include educational advocacy, mentorship, literacy initiatives, and youth empowerment activities. One of its flagship projects is the National Spelling Bee Competition, which aims to improve literacy levels and create a culture of academic excellence with the first engaging more than 150 students.

Another key initiative is SaFE’s mentorship program, which pairs young people with experienced mentors who provide guidance on education, career choices, and personal development. This initiative has helped many youths, particularly girls, stay in school and pursue higher education and vocational training. Additionally, the foundation collaborates with policymakers to advocate for inclusive learning opportunities and participates in local and international peacebuilding efforts. Since its inception, SaFE has reached over 5,000 students through educational programs, workshops, and mentorship initiatives. The foundation remains committed to driving systemic change by addressing educational inequities and fostering a supportive learning environment for all.

Better Being is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations with tools for lasting well-being, grounded in the belief that equitable opportunities are essential for personal and professional growth. Recognising that workplaces profoundly shape individual fulfillment and identity, Better Being partners with corporate leaders to create environments that promote employee health, resilience, and well-being. Many corporate leaders face challenges in addressing workplace stress and fostering satisfaction, and Better Being steps in to fill this gap with expert resources and support.

Leveraging data-driven insights and personalised wellness strategies, Better Being provides a comprehensive suite of services across 12 wellness areas, including nutrition, counseling, physical training, cooking, performance management, and stress management. This holistic approach emphasises social well-being and community building, recognising the workplace as a living ecosystem where healthier leaders and employees contribute to a healthier, more productive culture. Over the past year, Better Being has conducted over 200 activities in various organisations, impacting more than 5,000 individuals and heightening awareness of the importance of balanced well-being. Moving forward, the organisation is committed to addressing root causes of well-being challenges, aiming to promote deeper growth within organisations and meaningful improvement in the lives of individuals, ultimately influencing the quality of workplace culture and extending positive effects into the wider community.