Saksham

The entrepreneurial journey of women in Nepal is yet to gain momentum. Women have long been underrepresented, struggling against formidable social and cultural barriers that hinder their growth and stability in business ventures. Despite their inherent potential, many women entrepreneurs find themselves constrained by a lack of knowledge about market dynamics, operational management, and limited access to crucial information on financial and marketing strategies. Recognising this gap and the pressing need for targeted support, Saksham emerged as a beacon of hope and empowerment.

Saksham is an initiative of Atelier Platform & Coca-Cola Nepal.. Launched on March 8, 2022, Saksham is dedicated to investing in the potential of women and nurturing the skills of micro and small scale women entrepreneurs across Nepal. Saksham endeavors to bridge the knowledge gap and provide essential tools through a variety of capacity – building programs.

Today, Saksham has evolved into a comprehensive platform that focuses on:

Building the capacity of micro and small-scale women entrepreneurs.

Providing a safe space for sharing experiences, addressing challenges, and fostering growth.

Offering support and guidance to women startups and potential start-ups in Nepal.

Documenting and celebrating the lives of women in the workplace.

Atelier through saksham has reached 16 districts since 2022-2024 and have trained 3108 women so far.