Women's Economic Ventures (WEV, pronounced "weave") is a local, non-profit organization dedicated to creating an equitable and just society through the economic empowerment of women across the globe.

WEV provides opportunities for entrepreneurs in every phase of the business lifecycle: start-up, launch, grow and sustain/exit. The programs and services offered fall under the areas of training, access to capital & business services. All services are open to women and men, and offered in English and Spanish.

Journey through our 14-week Self Employment Training course and learn how to write a business plan to start, operate and expand your business. View our Business Tools for online support or become a member of our networking organization to meet other small business owners in your area. Shop Client Business Directory and support local entrepreneurs.

For start-up or expanding businesses, WEV offers Business Loans to local entrepreneurs as well as Business Services and Training Opportunities to meet their ongoing needs.

Para más información en español, llame al (805) 965-6073 x100 en el condado de Santa Barbara o (805) 604-9000 x237 en el Condado de Ventura .