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Exciting News: MENAGEN Study Tour and IERC 2025 Participants Confirmed!
MENAGEN Study Tour in Riyadh & the International Entrepreneurship Research Conference (IERC) – January 2025
MENAGEN Study Tour and IERC 2025 Participants Confirmed!
We are thrilled to announce that the selection process for the upcoming MENAGEN Study Tour, scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from January 18-20, 2025, and the International Entrepreneurship Research Conference (IERC) at the Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) from January 21-23, 2025, has been completed. Congratulations to all those who have been accepted! Their applications truly impressed the MENAGEN Committee, and we are delighted to welcome them to Saudi Arabia for this exciting opportunity. This year’s Study Tour will offer participants a unique chance to engage with key stakeholders, immerse in the entrepreneurial landscape of the region, and foster global connections.
MENAGEN MPP 2024-2025 Application Now Closed
MENAGEN MENTORING for PUBLICATION PROGRAMME (MPP 2024-25)
Application Closed. Stay tuned!
The application window for the 2024-2025 MENAGEN Mentoring for Publication Programme (MPP) is officially closed. In its fourth year, the MPP continues to support early and mid-career researchers focused on gender and entrepreneurship in the Arab world with the development of their research papers for publication. Sponsored by the Babson Global Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (BGCEL), the programme provides six hours of virtual mentoring from leading experts in the field, free of charge.
This year, we have expanded the programme to include 14 mentoring matches, reflecting the increasing demand for mentorship in this growing research area. The application period, which was extended to September 24, 2024, at 5:00 PM KSA, allowed for an impressive number of applications, and we are currently undergoing the double-blind review process to match mentees with mentors. Applicants will be notified of their application status and next steps soon. Stay tuned for updates!
Upcoming Events & Opportunities – STAY TUNED!
Exclusive Conference Opportunities for MENAGENers in 2025
BGCEL to Sponsor Registration Fees for DIANA and BCERC Conferences
We are glad to announce that MENAGEN members have been granted an exceptional opportunity to participate in two of the most prestigious conferences in the field of entrepreneurship research—DIANA 2025 and the Babson College Entrepreneurship Research Conference (BCERC) 2025. Thanks to the outstanding success of the MENAGEN Mentoring Program (MPP), the Babson Global Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (BGCEL) has confirmed that it will cover the registration fees for MENAGENers attending these conferences. This generous support allows our members to present their research, engage with global experts, and expand their professional networks at these renowned events.
To benefit from this opportunity, MENAGEN members simply need to submit their conference papers. Once accepted, forward the confirmation email to MENAGEN to secure your sponsored registration.
This is an incredible chance for our community to further their academic pursuits and contribute to the ongoing dialogues in women’s entrepreneurship and broader entrepreneurial research. Stay tuned for more details and deadlines.
Event Highlights
MENAGEN E-Forum 2021: Spotlight on Women’s Entrepreneurship Research
Global Discussions on Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Times of Crisis
On February 25th, 2021, MENAGEN proudly hosted a groundbreaking global E-Forum titled “Challenges and Solutions to Overcome Crisis: The Role of Women’s Entrepreneurship Research.” Co-sponsored by the Saudi Ministry of Education Research and Innovation Deputyship, the Babson Global Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (BGCEL), and the Gender and Enterprise Network (GEN), this event was held under the patronage of His Excellency Professor Nasser Aloqaily, Deputy Minister for Research and Innovation at the Saudi Ministry of Education.