RSA Trust Inspiring Women
Start Up Programme
For women resident in Enfield, Haringey or Waltham Forest
APPLY NOW FOR OUR 2026 COURSE!
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What is the Inspiring Women Start Up Programme?
This is a unique fully funded, 6-month course designed to help women in Waltham Forest, Enfield and Haringey develop their ideas and get their businesses up and running. It is delivered over 6 months - through webinars, in-person seminars and 121 advice and guidance (via zoom). The commitment required on average is around 1 day every 2 weeks on a Wednesday. Our next course will run from 4th February 2026 - 8th July 2026 (see session dates below).
The course is facilitated by an experienced SFEDI accredited Business Adviser and is a great opportunity to develop your business knowledge and skills, improve your confidence and get your business up and running! The programme is free as it is fully funded by Enfield based charity, The RSA Trust.
Topics covered include:
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Exploring & developing your business model
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Carrying out market research effectively
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Digital marketing & selling online
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Understanding financial costs and expenses- how much is needed to make a profit
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Building confidence
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Your personal and business wellbeing
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Understanding the legal requirements of running a business
In-person and online course sessions include:
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Setting the Scene: 4th Feb
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My Business Model: 11th Feb
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Market Research and Your USP, Marketing Plan and Selling: 25th Feb
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Understanding the Financials: 11th March
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The Digital Marketplace: Strategies for Online Presence and Selling: 25th March
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Video Marketing - Content Creation and Editing Tools: 15th April
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Legal Considerations: 29th April
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Top Tips for Going Green: 13th May
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AI in Action: Elevating Your Marketing Game: 3rd June
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HR Essentials: 10th June
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My Business Model Development: 24th June
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Bringing it All Together, Next Steps seminar and Graduation Celebratory Lunch: 8th July
What previous participants say:
Click on the images to find out what past participants had to say.
Gladys Mintah - Natgab Services
2013
Anais Bresle - FireFinch Marketing
2025
Clare Heal - Sauerpuss
2025
Rikki Parker - Never Still Photography
2025
Fadela Caramla - FAELY Expert Stylist
2025
Sara Alzetta - AM Niche
2025
Juliet Saffery - Jewels VA
2023
“I wanted something that suits my needs. The programme gave me the chance to make new friends and learn new skills, such as using social media without apprehension – it also gave me hope that I can create a sustainable business despite economic changes. The support from listening to others has been great, and I leave sessions feeling inspired and energised to do things, and the tasks or 'homework' kept me focused and guided.”
Placida Ojinnaka
Interested?
To apply you must:
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Be a woman, aged over 18 years, living in one of these boroughs: Enfield, Waltham Forest or Haringey
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Have a business idea and thinking of starting a business
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Not have already registered your business as a sole trader with HMRC or at Companies House
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Be able to commit to the 6-month period of the course - and attend all the in-person and online sessions