ITC SheTrade Initiative
This is an initiative led by the International Trade Centre (ITC) aiming to empower women entrepreneurs from developing countries in Africa, Latin America and Asia so they thrive in global trade. ITC as launched a series of business missions to connect women exporters in these markets with Buyers around the world.
These are fully funded opportunities for UK Importers who are keen to diversify their supply chain in the below sectors.
Please note these missions are organised and funded by ITC. GMCC is only supporting with the promotion of these missions.
Eligibility Criteria
Professional profile (including digital presence, e.g. company website and social media accounts),
company details (e.g. purchasing and importing volume), import-export experience, products
of interest, geographical area and budget restrictions.
Funding
- Travel expenses (economy class), accommodation costs and meals (breakfast, lunch,
and dinner - A number of business-to-business and networking sessions
See below available missions for 2025
Call for Expressions of Interest for UK companies looking to source from Bangladesh
This application form is for United Kingdom (UK)-based companies interested in sourcing products from SheTrades in Bangladesh.
The International Trade Centre (ITC) aims to connect UK companies with Bangladeshi women-led businesses in key sectors (i.e. textiles and apparel, handicrafts, and agri-processed food sectors).
Your expression of interest may qualify you for participation in upcoming business-to-business activities, including:
- Halal Expo Manchester 2025 (June)
- UK - Bangladesh Trade Mission to Dhaka and Chittagong on 1 - 4 September 2025
- Virtual B2B meetings with potential women-led suppliers
Submit Expressions of Interest here: ITC Surveys
Deadline - 30th April 2025 but still receiving in early May*
Call for Expressions of Interest for UK companies looking to source products from Nigeria
This application form is for United Kingdom (UK)-based companies interested in sourcing products from SheTrades in Nigeria.
The International Trade Centre (ITC) aims to connect UK companies with Nigerian women-led businesses in key sectors (i.e. fresh and processed agrifood (including spices), beauty, etc).
Your expression of interest may qualify you for participation in upcoming business-to-business activities, including:
- Halal Expo Manchester 2025 (June)
- UK - Nigeria Trade Mission (date tbc)
- Virtual B2B meetings with potential women-led suppliers
Submit Expressions of Interest here: ITC Surveys.
Deadline for EOI - 30th May 2025
These activities are organized by ITC as part of the SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme, funded by UK International Development, and in collaboration with SheTrades Nigeria Hub (Nigerian Export Promotion Council), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, and West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce.
If any questions, please let us know by emailing international@gmchamber.co.uk
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