Mompreneurs – The power of communities for supporting entrepreneur-mothers and women in Romania
About this good practice
Founded in 2015 as Mamprenoare Business Hub&Accelerator, a pioneering initiative dedicated to educating and connecting mothers on maternity leave from Cluj-Napoca and across Romania. The mission was to support women who wanted to launch their own businesses, providing financial stability while building a sustainable career.
Through workshops, consultancy, coaching and business promotion, Mamprenoare has empowered hundreds of women across the country, equipping them with the tools, confidence and network needed to thrive as entrepreneurs.
In 2021, recognizing the need for a stronger support system, Mamprenoare Association for Entrepreneurial Mothers was set up, to expand the impact and integrate charitable initiatives into the mission. The association continues to address the challenges faced by women re-entering the workforce post-maternity leave, offering educational programs and promoting women-led businesses as a pathway to financial independence and professional fulfillment.
In 2024, the association expanded to international partnerships, through an Erasmus+ project, collaborating with women entrepreneurs from Estonia. To reflect this growth, the association was rebranded as Ladies in Business HUB & Accelerator and launched a platform designed to connect and support women entrepreneurs across Europe, fostering a wider business community, enabling cross-border collaboration, resources and opportunities for women to scale businesses and make an impact beyond local markets.
Resources needed
Management runs from membership fees; activities are donor-based via campaigns, complemented via EU projects.
Management team of 3 + a volunteer Community Manager. Several member volunteers activated upon event and campaigns.
Social media group and pages to promote the events among members.
Evidence of success
Mamprenoare Community has significantly grown its membership, reflecting rising interest in entrepreneurship among women, particularly mothers. The community now includes hundreds of women who participate in training and networking events. Currently 40 active members in Cluj-Napoca and 3700 members in the online community.
Plus, successful charitable initiatives, providing vital support to women and children in vulnerable situations, committed to social responsibility and community welfare.
Potential for learning or transfer
The Mamprenoare Association highlights the vital role of community in entrepreneurial success. Women benefit from peer support, shared knowledge and collaboration, reducing the isolation often felt when starting businesses during or after maternity leave.
Entrepreneurship offers a flexible path to financial independence for those struggling to return to traditional employment, with many ventures launched during maternity leave evolving into sustainable businesses.
This model can be tailored to support specific groups, such as single parents or disabled entrepreneurs, demonstrating the effectiveness of customized programs within the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Overall, the Mamprenoare Association provides a scalable framework for empowering women entrepreneurs through community support, practical education, and a focus on resilience, which can be adapted to promote inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurial environments in other regions.
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