Vulnerable groups often face barriers to engaging in income-generating activities and accessing economic opportunities due to a lack of tools and capabilities. AIMED’s services are designed to support budding entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive business start-up services. This includes consultations, access to business facilities, and infrastructural support to reduce the costs associated with starting a business. Additionally, AIMED supports organizations, communities, and entrepreneurs in conducting value chain assessments and creating platforms for engagement among key stakeholders to improve market performance.

Key Services:

• Selection, Planning, and Management (SPM) of IGAs Training: Customized training programs to enhance skills in planning and managing income-generating activities.
• Financial Management for Micro Enterprises: Practical financial management training tailored to the needs of microenterprises, including resource materials and mentorship programs.
• Business Idea Incubation Hubs: Establishment and management of incubation hubs providing mentorship, resources, and infrastructure to support innovative business ideas.
• Technology Solutions for Microenterprise: Integration of appropriate technology solutions and training sessions to improve microenterprise operations.
• Designing Microenterprise Projects: Collaborative design of impactful and sustainable microenterprise projects, incorporating human-centered design principles.
• Curriculum Development and Training of Trainers: Development of training materials and certification programs for trainers to ensure high-quality, context-specific training.
• Market Linkages: Facilitation of connections between microenterprises and larger markets through trade fairs, exhibitions, and networking events.
• Managing Incubation Hubs: Oversight and continuous improvement of business incubation hubs to ensure effective support for incubated businesses.
• Project Audits: Conduct thorough audits to ensure compliance with project goals and objectives, providing actionable insights for improvement.