Centers of Excellence
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Centers of Excellence(CoE)
Dedicated units that turn proven approaches into measurable impact—linking infrastructure, capacity, finance, innovation, and policy to empower market women and small-scale farmers.
What is a Center of Excellence(CoE)?
SMWF Centers of Excellence (CoEs) are focused teams that lead program execution across our pillars. They standardize quality, strengthen partnerships, and help replicate what works across regions—without exposing operational or financial details.
How the CoEs Fit in the Ecosystem
Donors & Partners
SMWF HQ
Centers of Excellence
Gov’t & Stakeholders
Market Women & Farmers
This diagram is an informational overview only. It reflects partnerships and value flow without revealing internal structures.
How the CoEs Fit in the Ecosystem
Informational only—no internal management detail included.
Our Centers of Excellence
Market Infrastructure CoE
Designs and supports safe, inclusive market environments with essential services.
- Market rehabilitation & services
- Community co-design
Women’s Enterprise CoE
Delivers literacy, leadership, agribusiness, and cooperative management training.
- Training & certification
- Mentorship pathways
Finance & Inclusion CoE
Builds access to right-sized credit and financial literacy with vetted partners.
- Inclusive finance access
- Basic financial education
Sustainability & Innovation CoE
Scales climate-smart practices and digital tools for training and market linkages.
- Climate-smart adoption
- Digital inclusion
Policy & Partnership CoE
Aligns programs with national priorities and strengthens public–private cooperation.
- Policy alignment
- Partnership development
Partner with a Center of Excellence
Help us scale what works for market women and small-scale farmers.