Rural Women Entrepreneurs Fuel Economic Growth in America’s Small Towns
15 Jul 2026
Supporting rural women entrepreneurs may be one of the most effective investments a community can make. A new West Virginia University study found that women-owned businesses in rural areas drive job creation and economic growth, while emphasizing the importance of access to child care, financing, education, and strong local support networks for long-term success. Learn more here: https://wvexplorer.com/rural-women-entrepreneurs-economic-growth-wvu/
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