Supporting Women, Scaling Impact: Meet 10 Enterprises in Our Network Making a Difference #IWD2025

This International Women’s Day, as millions celebrate the achievements of women worldwide, we are honored to spotlight some of the incredible enterprises within our network that are actively transforming women’s lives. These organizations are not just breaking barriers — they’re building pathways for women to thrive as entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers in their communities.

From providing economic opportunities and skills training to tackling critical challenges like clean water, sustainable energy, and gender equity, these enterprises embody the spirit of innovation and resilience. Their impact is tangible, their stories inspiring, and their work a testament to what’s possible when women are empowered with the right tools and support.

If you’re a social entrepreneur working to uplift women, we invite you to join us on the MovingWorlds platform — a global network that connects people, resources, and organizations to scale market-driven solutions for a better world. But first, meet a few of the changemakers leading the way:

Turning Necessity into Opportunity: Women-Led Solutions for Basic Needs

For many women, access to essentials like clean water, energy, and sanitation is a daily struggle. These enterprises are changing that—while turning solutions into economic empowerment.

💧 Openversum (Colombia) – By equipping women in rural Colombia with affordable water filtration technology and business training, Openversum transforms clean water access into a sustainable income stream, improving both health and economic resilience.

🔆 Agriput Solar (Zimbabwe) – Through a last-mile network of village agents — the majority of whom are women — Agriput Solar provides solar energy solutions that reduce household burdens, increase safety, and create opportunities for female entrepreneurs in off-grid communities.

♻️ Teja Station (Malaysia) – By training women from low-income backgrounds to produce eco-friendly products like reusable sanitary pads and recycled soap, Teja Station fosters financial independence while promoting environmental sustainability.

Fueling Women’s Financial and Agricultural Independence

Women play a crucial role in agriculture but often face barriers to finance, technology, and market access. These enterprises are breaking those barriers, helping women build sustainable livelihoods.

🌾 mbora (Malawi) – mbora’s community hubs provide rural women with digital microfinance, agricultural support, and healthcare, enabling them to transition from subsistence to profitable agribusinesses.

🌱 Hawi Crest Farm (Kenya) – Founded by four women entrepreneurs, Hawi Crest Farm uses sustainable agricultural techniques, AI genetics, and biogas technology to improve food production, increase incomes, and strengthen rural economies.

🌍 Mayurbhanj Grand Pvt Ltd (MGPL) (India) – MGPL has empowered over 200,000 rural women in Odisha to become eco-entrepreneurs, blending indigenous knowledge with modern sustainability practices to create thriving green businesses.

Creating Market Access for Women Artisans & Women-Led SMEs

Many women artisans and entrepreneurs struggle to reach global markets. These enterprises ensure that cross-border supply chains and distribution channels aren’t barriers to prosperity.

🎨 Crafts of Africa (Kenya, Eswatini, Uganda) – By connecting African artisans—especially women—to global buyers through fair-trade e-commerce, Crafts of Africa ensures that cultural heritage is celebrated while artisans earn sustainable incomes.

📦 Wingi (Africa) – Wingi is strengthening supply chains for women-led businesses, helping them access the products, logistics, and embedded finance they need to grow.

Building More Inclusive Workplaces and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

From corporate boardrooms to grassroots enterprises, inclusion is key to lasting change. These organizations are ensuring that women have the resources, networks, and opportunities to thrive.

💼 Brainbow Conscious Creatives (Global) – Working with multinational companies like Disney and Procter & Gamble, Brainbow Conscious Creatives fights unconscious bias in workplaces, creating pathways for women to succeed in leadership and beyond.

🎭 Unleashed Africa (Africa) – Through initiatives like RiseUp, Unleashed Africa equips young women with 21st-century skills, ensuring they have access to career-building opportunities in creative industries, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

Are You a Social Entrepreneur Empowering Women? Join Us!

These enterprises are just a glimpse of the many changemakers in our network, all working toward a future where women have the resources, opportunities, and support to thrive. If you’re a social entrepreneur focused on women’s empowerment, our platform can help you scale your impact.

By joining our global network, you’ll gain access to:
✅ Skilled volunteers from major corporations who can help you tackle business challenges
✅ Market connections to grow your reach and revenue
✅ A community of like-minded changemakers committed to social impact

Ready to take your mission to the next level? Join us today!