Deadline: 2-Jul-21
The 2021 StartNorth Accelerator is an exciting joint initiative by StartNorth & ygap.
It is a comprehensive program that provides support for migrant and refugee business owners. Supported by LaunchVic, StartNorth Accelerator offers ygap’s accelerator program for 15 startups. Together, StartNorth and ygap will find migrant and refugee business owners, develop the skills they need to succeed, and provide access to a network of support and funds.
The program consists of a five-halfday accelerator followed by three months of tailored support. The program is free for selected participants.
The StartNorth Accelerator program will support 15 migrant and refugee-led businesses and will run from July-October 2021.
Funding Information
- The program will consist of a five half-day online accelerator followed by three months of tailored support. Mentorship opportunities, access to grants of up to $1,000, and complimentary StartNorth memberships for the length of the program and beyond, will also be included.
Eligibility Criteria
- Migrant or Refugee-led: There must be at least one migrant or refugee owner aged 18 years or older who will participate in the program.
- Engaged: The owner(s) must intimately understand their business and be looking to grow.
- Currently operating and post-revenue: The business must be currently operating and generating revenue.
For more information, visit https://ygap.org/firstgens/