Women constitute Over 52% Women constitute 50% of the total European 34.4% of business leaders believe population but only 30% of of the self-employed in the EU. they need to do more to start-up entrepreneurs. attract, retain and promote women to leadership positions. Activating girls’ potential Recent attempts aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs, without making any women through entrepreneurship distinction. need further support. Several studies con昀椀rm indeed that some risks related to entrepreneurship are often more Our Priority inhibiting for women than for men. JA Ensure the entrepreneurial pathway is also programmes target both future male and considered as a positive option by girls. 32 JA EUROPE / Annual Report 2016