Nomupreneur
I feel blessed to be part of such a rich and historical culture, and I feel empowered to stand on the shoulders of the many millions of women who came before me.
— HH Sheikha Mariam bint Khalifa bin Saif Al Nahyan
Today time is about responsibility and the enjoyment of life. I use this equation of time = life, so how you spend your time will determine how you live your life
— Dr. Suaad Al Shamsi, UAE's first female aircraft engineer
Nothing is impossible; follow your dreams. Being a woman should never be a constraint. Rather, it is a natural strength of perseverance and dedication. Being patient, having professional conduct and discipline, with tangible achievements – these things lead women to success.
— H.E Dr. Maryam Buti Alsuwaidi, CEO, Securities and Commodities Authority UAE
If your vision and dream is to become a CEO, you need to work incredibly hard, stay true to yourself and ignore the naysayers. There’s a lot of unnecessary noise along the way to achieving your dreams – so stay focused and keep going.
— Dena Almansoori, Group Chief AI & Data Officer, e&
Think wisely of their choices and to take calculated risks. Challenge yourself. Don’t settle for your comfort zone. Don’t take opportunities for granted. Working smart is the way.
— Fatema Al Nuaimi, Chief Executive Officer, ADNOC Gas
UNLOCK YOUR ENTREPRENEURIAL POTENTIAL WITH Nomupreneur
The Nomupreneur Program is a fully funded 5-week training program by the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation and Skyrize Partners, designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge to start and grow their own small businesses. Delivered in Arabic, this program provides practical training to support entrepreneurs as they launch their small businesses.
WHY ARE THE TRAININGS SO IMPORTANT ?
90%
of young Gulf women view entrepreneurship as a desirable career path
Only 18%
of all entrepreneurs in the UAE are businesswomen
Only 5%
women-led businesses in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) compared to a global average of up to 26%

— TBD
Your learning path
What’s next? How to implement the new learnings ? You’re not alone.
We’ll walk next to you as mentors for the following 6 months.
THIS IS HOW THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS WORKS
01
Complete your application form
Easy and straight forward. No need for any document upload at this stage.
02
Give us a few days
We’ll review your application and get back to you within 5 working days. If successful we will reach out to schedule a brief call with you.
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Enroll for free
You’re in! We’re excited to welcome you to our program and are thrilled that your call was successful!
Nomu Al Ghurair was such an incredible opportunity. It's not about only learning new skills but also about self-discovery and personal development that has prepared me both personally and professionally. I'm truly grateful to have been a part of it.
— Dr. Suaad Al Shamsi, UAE's first female aircraft engineer
Nomu Al Ghurair was a very engaging and inspiring course! I would highly recommend it to all ladies in the workforce! It would be helpful to have more insight into the topics for it to be more clear for anyone interested in joining in the future! Thanks to everyone on the team for working so hard to make these programs happen!
— Dia Alshamsi, Graduate, Nomu Al Ghurair Women Empowerment Program
I enjoyed every day with the team. They were super helpful and easily approached to and were flexible with scheduling and time which removed any pressure on us and made it a fun journey
— Fatma Bin Omair, Graduate, Nomu Al Ghurair Women Empowerment Program
It is my first Nomu program but definitely not my last, everyone involved was beyond amazing!!
— Nouf Alkhalifi, Graduate, Nomu Al Ghurair Women Empowerment Program
Joining this program has been an inspiring journey for real, it helped me discover my strengths, develop essential skills, and gain a clearer vision for my future. I'm truly grateful for this valuable experience!
— Fatma Taleb El Yasse, Graduate, Nomu Al Ghurair Women Empowerment Program
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Nomupreneur Program, you must meet the following criteria
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Nationality: Must be a female UAE national or an Arab national.
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Age: Between 18 and 35.
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Education: Job seekers with low educational qualification or individuals in jobs below their qualifications.
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Language: Must be fluent in Arabic (program delivered in Arabic).
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Commitment: A strong dedication to personal and professional development.
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Entrepreneurship Focus: Interest in starting a business or developing an entrepreneurial idea.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Nomupreneur Program aims to empower Arab women by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to start and grow their own businesses. The program fosters entrepreneurship, career development, and personal growth.
The program is open to female UAE or Arab nationals aged 18-35 who are job seekers with low qualifications or working below their skill level, fluent in Arabic, committed to professional and personal growth, and interested in entrepreneurship.
Simply visit our registration page and complete the application form.
The program runs for 5 weeks, with structured sessions designed to provide practical skills in business, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
This program is fully funded by the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation, making it completely free for participants. We are here to empower your journey!
You’ll gain skills in business ideation, planning, marketing, and pitching, turning ideas into action!
Applications are reviewed based on eligibility and motivation. Shortlisted candidates will have a brief call before final selection.
The program follows a hybrid model, with 50-60% of the sessions conducted onsite and the remaining sessions online. This ensures flexibility for participants while offering in-person interaction and networking opportunities.
The program will be conducted entirely in Arabic to ensure that participants can fully engage with the content and develop their skills in their native language.


For any inquiries please send an email to: [email protected]


















