Ethiopia - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

This platform aims to increase women's income by allowing them to utilize their home laundry facilities through a system. It's an application that can be used by any woman who wants to get their nearby household laundry done conveniently using their phone

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

We are developing a revolutionary marketplace for women-centered businesses, empowering them to become local laundry. This platform unlocks a new income stream by connecting them with busy neighbors seeking convenient laundry services. Women with spare capacity in their home laundry setups can leverage our user-friendly app to manage bookings and connect with customers. It's a win-win Customers enjoy the ease of on-demand laundry care, while our partner businesses earn extra income and build a loyal clientele – all within their own communities. This innovative app streamlines the entire process, allowing customers to schedule pickups and deliveries directly through their smartphones. This innovative approach fosters a supportive community, empowering women and simplifying everyday life.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

Struggling to make ends meet? Our revolutionary marketplace unlocks earning potential hidden in your home! Become a laundry hero - list your spare laundry capacity on our user-friendly app and turn it into income. Busy customers get convenient clean clothes, while you gain financial independence. Our secure platform simplifies everything - find clients, manage bookings, and get paid securely. It's the perfect solution: earn extra cash while empowering yourself and building a supportive community. Join the laundry hero revolution!

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

Our project offers a wealth of benefits for both laundry providers and customers: 1. Empowerment for Women: Women can turn unused laundry capacity into income, fostering financial independence and creating a supportive community. 2. Convenience for Customers: Busy users can find trusted laundry providers nearby, saving them time and effort. Our secure platform ensures a seamless experience with easy booking and communication. 3. Flexibility and Choice: Customers can choose laundry services that suit their needs, while providers can set their own schedules and rates. 4. Win-Win Solution: Everyone benefits! Women gain financial independence, customers enjoy clean clothes without the hassle, and our platform fosters a supportive local economy

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

We are designed to serve two distinct but equally important groups: 1. Women with Extra Laundry Capacity: We target women who have spare laundry machines and the desire to earn extra income. Our platform empowers them to become local laundry heroes, utilizing their skills and home resources to build their own businesses. 2. Busy Customers Seeking Convenience: We cater to busy individuals and families who struggle to find time for laundry. Our user-friendly app connects them with reliable laundry providers in their neighborhood, saving them valuable time and effort. They can enjoy clean clothes delivered to their doorstep without the hassle of traditional laundry services.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-03-10

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

2

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

1

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

Our team boasts two crucial partners who bring their expertise to the table: Senior Software Engineer: This tech whiz possesses extensive experience in developing user-friendly and secure applications. Their skills are vital to creating our innovative platform that allows women to list laundry services and customers to browse for providers. They ensure a seamless experience through features like easy booking and secure communication. Senior Marketing Specialist: This marketing guru brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in promoting businesses. They will craft a strategic marketing plan to reach both our target audiences: women with laundry capacity and busy customers seeking convenience. Their expertise will be key to attracting users and making our revolutionary laundry marketplace a household name.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

We are developing a revolutionary marketplace that directly tackles the UN's No Poverty Goal. Our platform empowers women with spare laundry capacity to become micro-entrepreneurs, generating income and achieving financial independence. This combats poverty by: 1. Income Generation: Women can turn underutilized resources into a steady income stream, improving their economic well-being. 2. Flexible Work: Our platform offers a flexible work option, allowing women to balance laundry services with other commitments. 3. Entrepreneurial Skills: Women gain valuable business experience, fostering self-reliance and long-term economic empowerment. By creating economic opportunities for women, our project directly contributes to poverty reduction and a more equitable future.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

4

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

4

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

4

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

4

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

4

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Our project directly addresses the Decent Work and Economic Growth goal by: Empowering Women (Work): We create new, flexible work opportunities for women, allowing them to utilize their skills and resources to build their own laundry service businesses. This fosters economic independence and entrepreneurial spirit. Income Generation (Growth): By connecting women with paying customers, we contribute to increased income and economic growth at the individual and community level. Women become micro-entrepreneurs, boosting the local economy. Skill Development (Work): Our platform encourages women to develop and utilize their laundry skills, potentially leading to future employment opportunities in related fields. This win-win approach promotes decent work opportunities, income generation, and skill development, all aligning with the Decent Work and Economic Growth goal.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Our project fuels Industry Innovation and Infrastructure in several ways: Disruptive Marketplace: We create a new platform model connecting women with laundry needs, fostering a gig-like economy within the laundry service industry. Tech-Enabled Efficiency: Our user-friendly app streamlines laundry services, promoting efficient use of resources and innovative solutions for busy lifestyles. Infrastructure for Women: We build infrastructure by empowering women to become entrepreneurs, utilizing existing home resources to generate income. Scalable & Sustainable: Our model is designed for scalability, promoting economic participation of women and potentially impacting communities across a wide range

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

4

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

4

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

4

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

4

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

4

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

4

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

4

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

5

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

6

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

4

05.08 Justification

Our startup directly addresses the goal of empowering women in several ways: Economic Empowerment: We provide women with the opportunity to turn a household chore into a source of income, fostering financial independence and entrepreneurial spirit. Skill & Confidence Building: The platform allows women to showcase their laundry skills and build their own businesses, boosting their confidence and creating a sense of accomplishment. Flexible Work Opportunities: Our model offers women the flexibility to work from home and set their own hours, allowing them to balance laundry services with other commitments. Community Building: We connect women with each other and their communities, fostering a network of support and potential collaboration. By empowering women through these avenues, our project contributes significantly to the overall goal of women's empowerment.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

Our revolutionary marketplace stands out in a crowded laundry service landscape. While traditional services offer pick-up and delivery, they can be expensive and impersonal. Coin laundromats are inconvenient and require significant time commitment. Here's what makes us unique: Community-focused: We empower local women, fostering entrepreneurship and building a supportive network. Flexible & Affordable: Women set their own rates, and customers enjoy competitive prices near their homes. Seamless App: Our user-friendly platform simplifies booking and communication, ensuring a smooth experience. This approach empowers women, creates a win-win for customers, and simplifies laundry through a supportive community.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes, Example we are working and our partner are Female. so, Female action on the community is great