# AEMTL ## Posts - [[:en]DISSEMINATION OF THE RESULTS OF THE NATIONAL WOMEN'S TO (6) CONGRESS IN LIQUIÇÁ MUNICIPALITY[:pt]DIVULGAÇÃO DOS RESULTADOS DO VI (6) CONGRESSO NACIONAL DAS MULHERES NO MUNICÍPIO DE LIQUIÇÁ[:tetun]DIVULGASAUN REZULTADU KONGRESU FETO BADALA VI (NEN) IHA MUNISÍPIU LIQUISA[:]](https://aemtl.org/divulgacao-dos-resultados-do-vi-6-congresso-nacional-das-mulheres-no-municipio-de-liquica/): Liquiçá, 17 July 2025 – The Business Association of Timorese Women (AEMTL), as an active member of the Rede Feto, took the lead in carrying out the dissemination of the results of the National Women’s Congress BADALA VI (NEN) in Liquiçá Municipality. The activity was led directly by Mrs. Jacinta Abu Cau Pereira, Vice-President of AEMTL for Empowerment and Institutional Strengthening Affairs. The dissemination began with an opening and a short speech by Mrs. Zelia Fernandes, President of the Board of Rede Feto Timor-Leste, and a representative from the Liquiçá Municipal Secretariat for Social Affairs, Mr. Joãojito. The presentation continued […] - [[:en]ASEAN Regional Workshop on Employment Creation and Formalization[:pt]Workshop Regional da ASEAN sobre Criação e Formalização de Empregos.[:tetun]Workshop Rejionál ASEAN kona ba Kriasaun no Formalizasaun Empregu[:]](https://aemtl.org/conferencia-de-imprensa-lancamento-dos-premios-mulheres-empreendedoras-de-timor-leste-2025/): Luangprabang, Lao PDR, 23–24 Julho 2025 Objective Discussion on the linkage between investment, trade, and industrial policies with labor and employment regulations to maximize positive impacts that are swift and far-reaching for local SMEs through domestic and foreign direct investment, including job promotion, resource transfer, and knowledge sharing.” Participation of the AEMTL Vice-President for Empowerment and Institutional Strengthening Affairs as an observer during the 2-day event. In this seminar, participants received information and shared practical experiences from ASEAN member countries such as Laos, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, and from the ILO technical office through an online platform. Our participation concluded […] - [[:en]Seminar on the concept of the national development bank of timor-leste, as a decisive step in building a strong, inclusive and diversified economy[:pt]Seminário sobre o conceito do banco nacional de desenvolvimento de timor-leste, como passo decisivo na construção de uma economia forte, inclusiva e diversificada[:tetun]Semináriu Kona-ba Konseitu Banku Nasionál Dezenvolvimentu Timor-Leste, Nu’udar pasu desizivu iha Konstrusaun Ekonomia ne’ebé Forte Inkluziva no Diversifikada[:]](https://aemtl.org/workshop-rejional-asean-kona-ba-kriasaun-no-formalizasaun-empregu/): Dili, 1 August 2025 The President of the Business Association of Timorese Women, Mrs. Hergui Luina F. Alves, and P.I. Mrs. Sandra F. Alves do Rego, participated in the seminar on the concept of the National Development Bank of Timor-Leste, held in the Auditorium Hall of the Ministry of Finance, Ai-Tarak Laran, Dili. The seminar aimed to promote technical and institutional reflection on the creation and operationalization of the National Development Bank of Timor-Leste (BNDTL), a strategic instrument already foreseen in the IX Constitutional Government Program, expressly referred to in its Organic Law as a structuring initiative for sustainable and […] - [[:en]Timor-Leste–Australia Economic and Business Conference[:pt]Conferência de Economia e Negócios entre Timor-Leste e Austrália[:tetun]Konferénsia Ekonomia no Negósiu entre Timor-Leste no Austrália[:]](https://aemtl.org/seminario-sobre-o-conceito-do-banco-nacional-de-desenvolvimento-de-timor-leste-como-passo-decisivo-na-construcao-de-uma-economia-forte-inclusiva-e-diversificada/): Dili, 7–8 August 2025 At the conference, the AEMTL President, Mrs. Hergui Luina Fernandes Alves, served as a panelist on the topic “Doing Business in Timor-Leste,” alongside moderator Mr. David Freedman (Resident Representative, World Bank Group), Ms. Pamela Jape (Managing Director, Jape Group Australia), Mr. Shane Walden (Managing Director, ANL Container Line, and Australia’s Business Champion to Timor-Leste). This panel brought together business leaders operating in Timor-Leste’s evolving commercial landscape. From tourism and agriculture to services and retail, the panelists shared insights on opportunities, risks, and realities faced when doing business in Timor-Leste. The discussion also addressed relevant policies, exploring […] - [[:en]Launch Press Conference – Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2025[:pt]Conferência de Imprensa – Lançamento dos Prémios Mulheres Empreendedoras de Timor-Leste 2025[:tetun]Konferénsia Imprensa – Lansamentu Premiu Emprendedór Feto Timor-Leste 2025[:]](https://aemtl.org/partisipa-iha-forum-nasional-kona-ba-aksesu-feto-sira-ba-finanse-resiliente-ba-klima-no-teknolojia-baixo-karbone-neebe-organiza-husi-un-women-timor-leste/): Friday, 11 July 2025 | Presidential Palace, Aitarak Laran, Dili The Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2025 was launched by His Excellency, President of RDTL, Dr. José Ramos-Horta. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the Governments of Australia and New Zealand, are honored to host the Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2025 under the patronage of the President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. This award aims to recognize women who demonstrate excellence in their careers, businesses, and entrepreneurial ventures, while serving as role models and inspiring others. Recognize […] - [[:en]Participated in the National Forum on Women's Access to Climate-Resilient Finance and Low-Carbon Technologies, organized by UN Women Timor-Leste.[:pt]Participou no Fórum Nacional sobre o Acess o das Mulheres a Financiamento Resiliente ao Clima e Tecnologias de Baixo Carbono, organizado pela UN Women Timor-Leste.[:tetun]Partisipa iha Fórum Nasionál kona-ba Aksesu Feto sira ba Finanse Resiliente ba Klima no Teknolojia Baixo Karbone, ne’ebé organiza husi UN Women Timor-Leste.[:]](https://aemtl.org/assertive-empowerment-motivation-trust-leadership-aemtl-meeting-with-timor-port/): Dili, July 10, 2025 The Acting President of AEMTL, Ms. Maria Carla Gonçalves Tilman, participated in the National Forum on Women’s Access to Climate-Resilient Finance and Low-Carbon Technologies, organized by UN Women Timor-Leste. As a panelist, she shared AEMTL’s perspective on climate impacts, low-carbon technology, and financial opportunities for women in Timor-Leste. - [[:en]Assertive Empowerment Motivation Trust Leadership (AEMTL) meeting with Timor Port[:pt]Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) realiza Reunião com ao Timor Port.[:tetun]Assosiasaun Emprezaria Feto Timor-Leste (AEMTL) hala'o enkontru ho Timor Port iha eskritóriu Timor Port[:]](https://aemtl.org/associacao-empresarial-das-mulheres-de-timor-leste-aemtl-asina-akordu-servisu-hamutuk-ho-ifc/): Thursday, July 3, 2025 Assertive Empowerment Motivation Trust Leadership (AEMTL) meeting with Timor Port at their office to discuss the benefits of the Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2025 and to establish a cooperation agreement to promote women in the business sector - [[:en]A Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) assinou um acordo de cooperação com o IFC[:pt]The Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Timor-Leste (AEMTL) signed a cooperation agreement with IFC[:tetun]Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) asina akordu servisu hamutuk ho IFC[:]](https://aemtl.org/seminariu-nasional-ho-topikufeto-sira-nia-empoderamentu-ekonomiku-valoriza-servisu-domestiku-no-promove-pratika-etika-empregu-nian/): 30/06/2025 A Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) assinou um acordo de cooperação com o IFC relacionado com o evento Timor-Leste Woman in Business Awards 2025. - [[:en]National Seminar under the theme: “Women’s Economic Empowerment – Valuing Domestic Work and Promoting Ethical Employment Practices.”[:pt]Seminário Nacional com o tópico: "Empoderamento Econômico das Mulheres – Valorização do Trabalho Doméstico e Promoção da Prática Ética no Emprego."[:tetun]Semináriu Nasionál ho tópiku:"Feto sira-nia Empoderamentu Ekonómiku – Valoriza Servisu Doméstiku no Promove Prátika Étika Empregu Nian."[:]](https://aemtl.org/%f0%9d%9f%90%f0%9d%9f%91-%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%a7%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%ac-%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%9e%f0%9d%90%ac%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%9a%f0%9d%90%ae%f0%9d%90%ab%f0%9d%90%9aca%f0%9d%90%a8-%f0%9d%90%9d/): Dili, Friday, 13 June 2025 The Vice President for Empowerment and Institutional Strengthening of the Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL), Ms. Jacinta Abu Cau Perreira, participated as a speaker at the National Seminar under the theme: “Women’s Economic Empowerment – Valuing Domestic Work and Promoting Ethical Employment Practices.” AEMTL’s presence at this event reinforces the association’s ongoing commitment to promoting women’s leadership, recognizing the often invisible contributions of domestic work, and advocating for fair and ethical labor practices in Timor-Leste. We thank our partners for their continued support in strengthening the role of women in society. - [[:en]23 Years of Independence Restoration 🇹🇱[:pt]𝟐𝟑 𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚çã𝐨 𝐝𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝ê𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚[:tetun]23 Tinan Restaurasaun husi Independensia 🇹🇱[:]](https://aemtl.org/award-ceremony-traditional-sestaria-design-contest/): MAY 20, 2025 Timorese women work for the land, people, and nation – plant, take care, gather, and bring to the table. Small contributions, big objectives: self-sufficiency, food security, and sovereignty! - [[:en]A formal meeting with His Excellency the Minister of State Administration (MAE), Mr. Tomás do Rosário Cabral, in the Minister's Office.[:pt]Realiza um encontro formal com Sua Excelência o Ministro da Administração Estatal (MAE), Sr. Tomás do Rosário Cabral, na Sala do Gabinete do Ministro.[:tetun]Enkontru forma​l ho Sua Excelência Ministro da Administração Estatal (MAE), Sr. Tomás do Rosário Cabral, iha Sala Gabinete Ministru.[:]](https://aemtl.org/23-years-of-independence-restoration-%f0%9f%87%b9%f0%9f%87%b1/): Dili, Friday, May 23, 2025 President of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Timor-Leste (AEMTL), Mrs. Hergui Luina Fernandes Alves, along with members of the Executive Council, holds a formal meeting with His Excellency the Minister of State Administration (MAE), Mr. Tomás do Rosário Cabral, in the Minister’s Office. The meeting aims to present the AEMTL Vision and Mission program, with an emphasis on empowering women to achieve economic independence, and contributing strongly to national development. AEMTL also presents the results of the 2025 Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Database, which includes fundamental data regarding the situation of women in the business […] - [[:en]The Timor-Leste Business Women’s Association (AEMTL), together with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), held a meeting with the Office of the President of the Republic to discuss the second phase of the 2025 Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards.[:pt]A Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) e a International Finance Corporation (IFC) realizaram uma reunião com o Gabinete do Presidente da República para discutir os preparativos para a fase 2 dos Prêmios Mulheres nos Negócios de Timor-Leste em 2025.[:tetun]Associação Emprezarial das Mulheres Timor-Leste (AEMTL) ho International Finance Corporation (IFC) hala’o enkontru ho Gabinete Prezidente Republika atu ko’alia kona ba preparasaun fase 2 Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards tinan 2025.[:]](https://aemtl.org/a-formal-meeting-with-his-excellency-the-minister-of-state-administration-mae-mr-tomas-do-rosario-cabral-in-the-ministers-office/): The Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneur Award is a pioneering initiative by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Timor-Leste Business Women’s Association (AEMTL), in partnership with the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. These awards celebrate outstanding women in business and leadership, along with individuals and institutions that promote gender equality, diversity, and financial inclusion. Join us in supporting the women shaping the future of business in Timor-Leste. - [[:en]AEMTL Signs Cooperation Agreement with MCAE[:pt]AEMTL assina acordo de colaboração com o MCAE[:tetun]AEMTL asina akordu servisu hamutuk ho MCAE[:]](https://aemtl.org/the-timor-leste-business-womens-association-aemtl-together-with-the-international-finance-corporation-ifc-held-a-meeting-with-the-office-of-the-president-of-the-republic-to-discuss-the/): WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL) signed a cooperation agreement with the (MCAE). The agreement allows AEMTL to receive grant funding through a public transfer, with the aim of establishing the AEMTL Arts and Gallery Center and supporting women’s artisan groups. As an organization with a structure that reaches from the national to municipal levels, AEMTL together with women in business expressed appreciation and satisfaction with the MCAE initiative. They urged MCAE to consider AEMTL as a main partner for women’s affairs in business participation. The agreement reflects a shared commitment between the government and the private sector […] - [[:en]Participate Workshop on Innovation and Economic Diversification in Timor-Leste[:pt]Participaram do Workshop sobre Inovação e Diversificação Econômica em Timor-Leste[:tetun]Partisipa iha Workshop Innovasaun ho Ekonomika Diversifikasaun iha Timor-Leste[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl-assina-acordo-de-colaboracao-com-o-mcae/): Japanese Embassy, Dili, 13 June 2025 The President of the Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL) and the Acting President of AEMTL participated in the Workshop on Innovation and Economic Diversification in Timor-Leste, organized by the Embassy of Japan in Timor-Leste and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). In this workshop, the President of the Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL) also participated as a panelist in the panel discussion and spoke about AEMTL’s work in empowering women in the business sector. - [[:en]Award Ceremony - Traditional Sestaria Design Contest[:pt]Cerimónia de Entrega de Prémios – Concurso de Design de Cestarias Tradicionais[:tetun]Serimónia Entrega Prémiu – Konsursu Dezenu Sestaria Tradisionál[:]](https://aemtl.org/celebracao-do-17-o-aniversario-da-associacao-empresarial-das-mulheres-de-timor-leste-aemtl-no-municipio-de-baucau/): On Monday, May 12, 2025, The Timor-Leste Business Association (AEMTL) held a ceremony to award prizes at the Portuguese Cultural Center, in order to value the talent of craftspeople from 13 municipalities. This competition is an initiative of the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association (AEMTL), with support from Camões – Portuguese Cultural Center. The ceremony was attended by the Secretary of State for Arts and Culture, the Portuguese Ambassador to Timor-Leste, the Interim President of AEMTL, special guests, municipal AEMTL structures, and all competitors. This special moment honors creativity, identity, and Timorese tradition. Congratulations to all participants; we all win because […] - [[:en]17th Anniversary Celebration of the Business Association of Timorese Women (AEMTL) in Municipality Baucau, May 1st, 2025[:pt]Celebração do 17.º Aniversário da Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL) no Município de Baucau.[:tetun]Selebrasaun Anivérsariu ba Asosiasaun Empresarial feto Timor-Leste (AEMTL) dala 17º iha Munisipiu Baucau[:]](https://aemtl.org/asosiasaun-emprezariu-feto-timor-leste-aemtl-iha-nivel-nasional-no-municipal-partisipa-iha-seminariu-nasional-ba-feto/): This year, the Business Association of Timorese Women (AEMTL) celebrates its 17th anniversary in Baucau Municipality with the following program: The anniversary celebration in Baucau Municipality reflects the vision of advancing “Empowerment and Leadership” from the national level to local women in the municipalities—starting this year in Baucau. This represents AEMTL’s role in local empowerment. The 17th anniversary marks a youthful stage for AEMTL. Throughout its existence, reaching this 17th year has come with many challenges and obstacles faced by women entrepreneurs. Yet, those very challenges have become sources of strength to further strengthen and improve the women’s struggle for […] - [[:en]"Members of the Business Association of Timorese Women participated in the National Exibition Fair on Local Governance Development."[:pt]"Membros da Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste participaram na Feira Nacional de Exposição sobre o Desenvolvimento da Governação Local."[:tetun]"Membro Sira husi Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste, Partisipa Feira Nasional Expozisaun Dezenvolvimentu Governasaun Lokal"[:]](https://aemtl.org/a-associacao-empresarial-das-mulheres-de-timor-leste-aemtl-a-nivel-nacional-e-municipal-participou-num-seminario-nacional-para-mulheres-empreendedoras/): Late post On May 20th, the 23rd Anniversary of the Restoration of Independence,members of the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association (AEMTL) participated in the National Exhibition on Local Governance Development held at Dili Port. On this occasion, AEMTL members displayed and promoted traditional Timorese tais products. These products included men’s and women’s tais, tais bags, and other handicrafts made with creativity and Timorese cultural identity. - [[:en]The Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL), at the national and municipal levels.[:pt]A Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL), a nível nacional e municipal, participou num seminário nacional para mulheres empreendedoras .[:tetun]Asosiasaun Emprezáriu Feto Timor-Leste (AEMTL), iha nível nasionál no municipal, partisipa iha semináriu nasionál ba feto.[:]](https://aemtl.org/the-timor-leste-womens-business-association-aemtl-at-the-national-and-municipal-levels/): Dili, Friday, November 16, 2024The Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL), at the national and municipal levels, participated in a national seminar for women entrepreneurs organized by ADN, I.P., in collaboration with SEI and AEMTL. On this occasion, the speakers included: Director-General of SEI, Mr. Armando da CostaAdvisor of ADN, I.P., Mrs. Melenia da Costa BarrosAdvisor of ADN, I.P., Mr. Santoso The objective of this seminar is: “Women entrepreneurs’ profile: Empowering them to become protagonists in national development, especially in infrastructure.”The National Seminar was opened by His Excellency, the Minister of Planning and Strategic Investment, Mr. Gastão Fransisco de Sousa, and […] - [[:en]The Acting President of (AEMTL), along with her team, participated in the "Conversa Comércio"[:pt]A Presidente Interina da AEMTL e a sua equipa participaram na “Conversa Comércio”[:tetun]PREZIDENTE INTERINA AEMTL HO EZIPA PARTISIPA “DADALIA KOMÉRCIU”[:]](https://aemtl.org/the-acting-president-of-aemtl-along-with-her-team-participated-in-the-conversa-comercio/): Dili,Tuesday, October 22, 2024 The Acting President of (AEMTL), along with her team, participated in the “Conversa Comércio” event held at the Suai Room, 4th floor of the TP building. The event also featured the participation of:Commissioner of the Authority, Mr. Joanico PintoNational Director of Management and Compliance, Customs Authority, Mr. Ivo GomesHead of the Vehicle Registration Department, DNTT, Ms. Marcelina PeloiExecutive Director of CCI-TL, Mr. Domingos NatividadeDirector of the General Development Office at USAID, Ms. Jazmian D. AllenThe Workshop/”Conversa Comércio” aimed to provide an opportunity to learn more about the National Inquiry Point and vehicle importation procedures.During the event, […] - [[:en]AEMTL President Speaks at Intergenerational Dialogue in Timor-Leste[:pt]Presidente da AEMTL participa em Diálogo Intergeracional em Timor-Leste[:tetun]PREZIDENTE AEMTL HATO’O DISKURSU IHA DIÁLOGU INTERJENERASIONAL TIMOR-LESTE[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl-president-speaks-at-intergenerational-dialogue-in-timor-leste/): Dili, November 6, 2024 The President of the Timor-Leste Women’s Business Association (AEMTL) will be a speaker at the Intergenerational Dialogue to advance political, educational, economic, social, and cultural issues among women, organized by Plan International Timor-Leste.The purpose of this program is to empower marginalized groups in Timor-Leste, with a particular focus on young women and people with disabilities, enabling them to participate meaningfully and actively in elections in Timor-Leste. - [[:en]IFC and AEMTL sign memorandum for Women in Business Awards[:pt]IFC e AEMTL assinam memorando para Prémio Mulheres no Negócio[:tetun]IFC HO AEMTL ASINA MEMORANDU BA PREMIU FETO IHA NEGÓSIU[:]](https://aemtl.org/ifc-and-aemtl-sign-memorandum-for-women-in-business-awards/): The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Timor-Leste Businesswomen Association (AEMTL) signed on August 8 a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the launch of Timor-Leste’s first Women in Business Awards.The initiative is being developed in partnership with the Australian Government.The memorandum of understanding has three main objectives:1. Celebrate women who have performed well in their careers and who also serve as role models for others.2. Appreciate and encourage legislative, public and private executive authorities, and civil society for their contribution to gender equality, diversity, good governance and financial inclusion; and3. Show appreciation for institutional and individual efforts, initiatives and projects […] - [[:en]FIRST TRAINING FOR THE IDEIA-DILI INOVAR PROJECT[:pt]PRIMEIRA FORMAÇÃO DO PROJETO IDEIAS-DÍLI INOVAR[:tetun]TREINAMENTU BA PROJETU IDEIAS-DÍLI INOVAR[:]](https://aemtl.org/first-training-for-the-ideia-dili-inovar-project/): Díli, Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Through the Ideias Díli Inovar Project, the first training was conducted for 19 participants at the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association (AEMTL) training room, led by two Lead Trainers and two Co Trainers over a period of 30 days from December 2023 to February 2024. This project, Ideia Díli Inovar, is a collaboration between the European Union and implementing partners AEMTL, AMD, and IADE. - [[:en]AEMTL LEADERSHIP MEETS WITH IFC OFFICIAL[:pt]LIDERANÇA DA AEMTL REÚNE COM REPRESENTANTE DA IFC[:tetun]LIDERANSA AEMTL REUNI HO REPREZENTANTE IFC[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl-leadership-meets-with-ifc-official/): Friday, 2nd of February 2024. The President of the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association, Hergui Luina Fernandes Alves, together with the Vice President of Creative Industry and Social Business Affairs, Sandra Felisbela A. do Rêgo, met with IFC representatives, including Country Director of IFC Mr. David Friedman and two consultants, Mrs. Sonal Akhaury & Sarina Bolla. The objective of this meeting is to discuss plans for organizing the women entrepreneurship award to be held annually and to conduct a needs assessment for SME members before implementing entrepreneurship training and aiding access to capital. - [[:en]WORKSHOP TO STRENGTHEN BUSINESS[:pt]WORKSHOP PARA FORTALECER NEGÓCIOS NA ÁREA DE SERVIÇOS[:tetun]WORKSHOP BA FORTALESE NEGÓSIU IHA ÁREA SERVISU[:]](https://aemtl.org/workshop-to-strengthen-business-3/): IN THE SERVICE AREA AEMTL conducted a workshop for young female entrepreneurs and IDEIAS-Díli Inovar participants with the topic BUSINESS IN THE SERVICE AREA for young women who participated in the “Ideias-Dili Inovar” competition. This workshop is part of the Entrepreneurship Training conducted by AEMTL under the “Get Ahead” module. The objective of this workshop is to inspire and motivate young women to gain new knowledge and experiences in business creation, with Speaker: Ana Paula Torres Goudinho at the training room of the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association (AEMTL). The workshop was opened by the Acting President of AEMTL, Mrs. Maria […] - [[:en]ASEAN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS' NETWORK (AWEN)[:pt]REDE DE MULHERES EMPREENDEDORAS DA ASEAN (AWEN)[:tetun]Rede Feto Empreendedora ASEAN (AWEN)[:]](https://aemtl.org/asean-women-entrepreneurs-network-awen/): From November 4th to 6th, 2024, the Timor-Leste Women Entrepreneurs Association (AEMTL), represented by the Vice President for Tourism, Ms. Ana Paula Torres Godinho, and the Secretary, Ms. Frederica Rosa, will participate in the “ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs’ Network (AWEN)”. The event will feature a discussion on the topic “Reflection Workshop on Strategic Planning”, taking place from November 4th to 6th. ## Pages - [[:en]Women in Business Awardas[:tetun]Women in Business Awardas[:]](https://aemtl.org/women-in-business-awardas/) - [[:en]WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS 2026[:tetun]Prémiu Empreendedor Feto Timor-Leste 2026[:]](https://aemtl.org/premiu-empreendedor-feto-timo-leste-2026/): TIMOR-LESTE WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS – 2026 The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the Governments of Australia and New Zealand, are honored to host the Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2026 under the patronage of the President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste.  We invite you to fill in the form below to nominate an individual, organization, institute or initiative for the ‘Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2026’ which will take place on September 17th in Dili. 📅 Nominations are open from 4th May to 8th July 2026. Nomination […] - [[:en]Women In Business Awards 2026[:]](https://aemtl.org/women-in-business-awards-2026/): TIMOR-LESTE WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS 2026 The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the Governments of Australia and New Zealand, are honored to host the Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2026 under the patronage of the President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste.  We invite you to fill in the form below to nominate an individual, organization, institute or initiative for the ‘Timor-Leste Women in Business Awards 2026’ which will take place on September 17th in Dili. 📅 Nominations are open from 7th May to 8th July 2026. Nomination Requirements: […] - [[:en]Members[:pt]Associadas[:tetun]Produtu Arts Center husi Munisipio[:]](https://aemtl.org/members/membru-sira/): This is the list of our members in Timor-Leste - [[:en]Product Arts Center[:pt]Produto Arts Center[:tetun]Produtu Arts Center[:]](https://aemtl.org/produto-arts-center/) - [[:en]Women Awards[:pt]Women Awards[:tetun]Women Awards[:]](https://aemtl.org/women-awards/) - [[:en]Entrepreneurs 2025[:pt]Empresárias[:tetun]Empreendedora Feto[:]](https://aemtl.org/empresarias/) - [[:en]Our Vision & Mission[:pt]A Nossa Visão e Missão[:tetun]Ita nia Vizaun no Misaun[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/vision-and-mission/): VisionAEMTL: Assertiveness, Empowerment, Motivation, Trust, and Leadership. To be a reference for excellence in business development and economic growth led by Timorese Women. MissionThe mission of AEMTL is based on three pillars: Supporting the economic development and independence of women in Timor-Leste. Strengthening the competitiveness of women entrepreneurs through the promotion and empowerment of women to develop and establish themselves sustainably. Developing the business capacity of women to expand, grow, and identify new opportunities. - [[:en]Partners[:pt]Parceiros[:tetun]Parseirus[:]](https://aemtl.org/partners/): AEMTL thanks all our national and international support given since the creation of the association. We believe in fostering partnerships and working together, to maximize resources and potential for the Timorese businesswomen and for the development of the country. We look forward to continue support and a strong relationship with existing partners and we continue to discuss future colaborations and partnerships.Thank you! - [[:en]Contact us[:pt]Contactos[:tetun]Kontaktu[:]](https://aemtl.org/contact-us/): Use this form to get in touch - [[:en]AEMTL - The Reference for Timorese Women Entrepreneurs[:pt]AEMTL - A referência das mulheres empresárias timorenses[:tetun]AEMTL - Referénsia ba Emprezária Feto Timor-oan[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/): Since its inception, AEMTL has strived to be a reference as a women’s organization in the business sector, working to advocate for greater participation of women in the country’s economic life. The challenges have been numerous, both internal and external, but the greatest of all is mindset. In fact, with much advocacy, empowerment, promotion, and socialization, supported by well-established values of assertiveness and strong leadership, it has been possible to gain the trust of partners and significantly change the existing mindset, both among the members themselves and in the perception of external entities regarding AEMTL’s role. Today, AEMTL is a […] - [[:en]Products and Services[:pt]Produtos e Serviços[:tetun]Produtu no Servisu Sira[:]](https://aemtl.org/members/products-and-services/): Training and Capacity Building:Organization of workshops, seminars, and training on developing business skills, leadership, and professional development. Mentorship:Facilitation of mentorship programs for female entrepreneurs, providing support and advice from experienced businesswomen. Business Networking:Facilitation of networking meetings, events, and other activities to promote interaction and collaboration among members. Business Promotion:Options for promoting members’ businesses through online platforms, social media, and promotional events. Legal Support and Advocacy:Facilitation of access to legal information, legal consultations, and advocacy on relevant issues for female entrepreneurs. Financial Support:Guidance and assistance on financial matters such as credit, including information on grants, financing, and other resources to sustain businesses. Events and Campaigns:Organization of events, […] - [[:en]Members[:pt]Associadas[:tetun]Membru Sira[:]](https://aemtl.org/members/members-2/): This is the list of our members in Timor-Leste - [[:en]Charter[:pt]Estatutos[:tetun]Estatutu[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/charter/): These are the key documents related to the the creation and registration of AEMTL. They also include our charter, a document that guides the spirit of this organization. Acta da Assembleia Geral_Constituição da AEMTL Documentos de Registo da AEMTL_Estatuto de 2018 - [[:en]News[:pt]Notícias[:tetun]Notísia[:]](https://aemtl.org/news/) - [[:en]Events[:pt]Eventos[:tetun]Eventus[:]](https://aemtl.org/events/): Events 05 de Marco 2024 WORKSHOP IDEIAS DILI INOVAR  Sector: Services – Documents Agencies and Environment – Reciclying 19 de Marco 2024 Launch of AEMTL Website 25 de Abril 2024 ADB Seminar – Feto: International Trade 26 de Abril Announcement of the results of Competition IDEAS DILI INNOVAR and AEMTL Anniversary. 16 May 2024 National Women’s Seminar Theme: Women Trade in ASEAN. 19 November 2024 Women Entrepreneurship Awards 11 Jully 2025 Launch Press Conference 30 June 2025 AEMTL Signing agreement With IFC about TWBA 11 Jully 2025 Launch Timor-Leste Women Business Awrads 19 November 2025 Final result announcement Timor-Leste Women Buainess […] - [[:en]Why Become a Member[:pt]Vantagens das Associadas[:tetun]Razaun atu sai membru[:]](https://aemtl.org/members/why-become-a-member/): There are great advantages to being an AEMTL Member and you gain access to several benefits: Business Networking:Access to a network of business contacts that provide support, guidance, and collaboration opportunities at both national and municipal levels. Resources and Training:Benefit from training programs, workshops, and resources provided by the association to enhance your business management skills and personal development. Visibility, Promotion, and Market Access: Opportunities to promote your business through events, fairs, and promotional campaigns organized by the association, increasing visibility for your brand. Advocacy and Representation:Participation in relevant issues for businesswomen, advocating for the interests of female entrepreneurs with governmental entities and other organizations, contributing […] - [[:en]Members[:pt]Associadas[:tetun]Membru[:]](https://aemtl.org/members/) - [[:en]Women in Business Awards[:pt]Women in Business Awards[:tetun]Women in Business Awards[:]](https://aemtl.org/tl-women-awards/2024-application/): TIMOR-LESTE WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste (AEMTL), in partnership with the Government of Australia, are delighted to host Timor-Leste’s first Women in Business Awards. The Awards aim to: Celebrate women who excel in their careers, businesses and entrepreneurship while serving as role models for others Appreciate and encourage legislative, public and private executive authorities, and civil society for their contribution towards gender equality, diversity, good governance and financial inclusion Show appreciation for institutional and individual efforts, initiatives and projects that target mainstreaming diversity and financial inclusion of women. AWARD […] - [[:en]Women Awards[:pt]Women Awards[:tetun]Women Awards[:]](https://aemtl.org/tl-women-awards/) - [[:en]Strategic Plans[:pt]Plano Estratégico[:tetun]Planu Estratéjiku[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/strategic-plans-2/): The “Associação Empresarial das Mulheres de Timor-Leste” (AEMTL), is a business-oriented association that represents and defends the interests and aspirations of all Timorese women entrepreneurs and is conscious of the various interests and expectations of its members, as such participation and involvement of both its internal members and external stakeholders remains a core of its programing approach. AEMTL is determined to drive new trends into private sector dynamics: more ownership to reduce depen dency from public projects, more structured and professional business, be the real productive sector and an effective alternative to public sector job creation and income generation, and in […] - [[:en]Governing Bodies[:pt]Órgãos Sociais[:tetun]Órgaun Diresaun Sira[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/governing-bodies/): AEMTL’s structure focus on the best way to serve our members, and seeks to strenghten the quality of services offered, ensuring adequate management structures. - [[:en]Reports[:pt]Relatórios[:tetun]Relatóriu[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/reports/): You can see and download some of the reports produced by AEMTL. AEMTL final report presentation AEMTL Report Activities 2018-2023 Relatoriu AEMTL Mandato tuan - [[:en]Our Team[:pt]Quem Somos[:tetun]Ami nia Ekipa[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/our-team/): We empower Timorese women to carry out their activities in the private sector, encouraging and providing motivation for members to work together and create cooperation lines between members, other private sector organizations, cooperatives, and the Government as our main authority for national economic development. We help and promote members to find a good work environment that can contribute to national development Hergui Luina Fernandes AlvesPresident Hergui Luina Fernandes Alves is the president of the Timor-Leste Business Women Association (AEMTL) the vice-president of Promotion and Corporations at Timor-Leste Chamber of Commerce (CCI-TL) and the Director of Nova Casa Fresca Unip. Lda. […] - [[:en]History of AEMTL[:pt]História da AEMTL[:tetun]AEMTL Nia Istória[:]](https://aemtl.org/aemtl/history/): AEMTL was started by 43 female entrepreneurs on April 26, 2008, with the aim of providing opportunities and encouraging Timorese entrepreneurs to gain confidence and motivation to contribute to the nation’s development.  Serving as an umbrella for other businesses in various sectors like Tourism, Commerce, Importation, Civil Construction, and more, AEMTL aims to support Timorese entrepreneurs in facing challenges and competing in Timor-Leste’s business landscape, with the aspiration to  contribute to the economic development of the country. The spirit of the 43 Timorese entrepreneurs believes in finding ways to help women who struggle and wish to become strong partners for their families […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)