Latina & Women-Owned Small Business Policy Toolkit
About this Toolkit
UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute (LPPI) presents the Women Small Business Policy Toolkit, a resource for advancing equitable entrepreneurship in California. Latina and women-owned businesses are vital to economic growth yet face persistent barriers to capital, networks, workforce supports, and disaster preparedness. Grounded in research from The Economic Recovery & Entrepreneurship Project (TEREP), including a 2023 statewide phone survey and the 2025 Latina and Black Women Entrepreneurs Policy Forum, the toolkit combines data with lived experience to elevate the voices of entrepreneurs. It highlights evidence, actionable strategies, and community-led solutions across four critical areas: access to capital, disaster resilience, workforce development, and mentorship.
This toolkit was made possible through the generous support of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Global Philanthropy, the James Irvine Foundation, and the UCLA Latina Futures 2050 Lab.
Research Snapshot
Explore a snapshot of the toolkit’s key findings and strategies for Latina and women entrepreneurs.
Comprehensive Action Guide
Read the full policy recommendations and strategies to keep Latina and women-owned businesses growing and resilient.
Entrepreneur Stories
