Professional NetworksUnited Arab Emirates
Sharjah Business Women Council Membership
Provided by Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC)
Membership for women business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in the UAE, with mentoring, networking and platforms to showcase a business. Open to Emirati and non-Emirati women.
- How to apply
- Membership applications accepted on an ongoing basis through the SBWC app.
Key details
- Useful when
- Starting a business
- Best for
- Women running or starting a business in the UAE, particularly in Sharjah.
- Eligibility and access
- Female business owners or aspiring women entrepreneurs, and women-led businesses with a valid trade licence. Open to Emirati and non-Emirati women. Applicants attach their trade licence and credentials.
- About this resource
- The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) offers membership to women business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Members get guidance on starting a business in Sharjah and legal support advice, mentorship programmes, partnership and networking opportunities, and platforms to showcase their business. There are two tiers: **Silver**, for startups and early-stage entrepreneurs, and **Gold**, for established women-led businesses seeking more visibility and strategic partnerships. Applications are made through the SBWC app.
- Accessible from
- United Arab Emirates
- Delivery
- Format varies
- Access model
- Membership required, Eligibility restricted
- Cost
- The membership page states a fee applies to Gold members only. The fee amount is not stated on that page; confirm with SBWC.
- Availability
- Ongoing
- Application window
- Membership applications accepted on an ongoing basis through the SBWC app.
- Languages
- English, Arabic
Women-only eligibility
Membership is for female business owners and women entrepreneurs.