A group in Greater Manchester is looking to empower women by having a fundraiser geared towards promoting business women and female entrepreneurs. The groups goal is raise 4000 euros for their project. Half of the raised money will invested into a local group of women's businesses and start-ups.
The WSSE, or Women Supporting Social Entrepreneurs is holding a workshop with the raised money to educate women and empower them to be a part of social change. The WSSE has stated that the project will only take place if the 4000 euros are raised by the goal date of April 13. The WSSE advises everyone with any interest in promoting social change to donate as much or as little as they can.
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