However, based upon this survey women entrepreneurs also differ from their male peers. Women tend to give greater importance to administrative training and to supporting policies that promote and support business. The great majority of women owned businesses operate without bank credit. The incomes earned by women entrepreneurs have become increasingly important to households. The top complaints of women entrepreneurs stem from having to deal with the government and bureaucratic formalities, and the lack of financial support.
Women entrepreneurs tend to be younger than their male counterparts.
This shows a changing attitude towards women in business. More specifically, that they are becoming more accepted. Women's Business Associations in the Middle East Women's business associations are increasing in both numbers and scope throughout the Middle East and North Africa. These membership organizations are seeking and in some cases do play an important role in supporting women entrepreneurs. CIPE's network will also play a key role in determining future women entrepreneur-oriented programs.