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Media Release – Nationwide First: NSW Government backs Australia's first coordinated procurement initiative for women-owned businesses

Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia (ESBWA) has announced the launch of the Women-Owned Business NSW Initiative, supported by the NSW Government, marking the first time in Australia's history that a dedicated, coordinated mechanism has been established to connect women-owned businesses into government and corporate procurement pipelines.

Women’s Agenda – New hub launches in NSW to showcase women-owned businesses

A new hub to support and showcase women-owned businesses has been launched by the NSW government, with a $190,000 investment.

With the aim of making it easier for women business owners to connect and explore new opportunities, the government is investing in the Entrepreneurial & Small Businesswoman Australia (EBSWA) to develop the Women-Owned Enterprises Australia Supplier Network.

2SM – Australia’s first database to showcase NSW businesses

Australia's first database to showcase women-owned businesses has been launched in New South Wales. Around 34% of small businesses in the state were owned by women in 2021. New South Wales Minister for Women Jodie Harrison says this is a huge step forward.