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    WorldStartup

    from The Hague

    WorldStartup is a global platform that promotes entrepreneurship and accelerates the transition to more sustainable societies. With tailored programs, it supports innovative changemakers and impact startups to develop social and environmentally friendly solutions.

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    About WorldStartup

    WorldStartup is a global platform for entrepreneurship dedicated to accelerating the worldwide transition to more sustainable and equitable societies. Since its founding in 2015, WorldStartup has developed into one of the most active venture support organizations in the Netherlands. Originally launched as the first accelerator in The Hague and a pioneer focused on the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), WorldStartup became part of the B Corp Community in 2019. Today, the organization offers tailored support for international, purpose-driven teams of entrepreneurs, thus building a community of changemakers.

    Key Products and Services

    WorldStartup offers a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at supporting entrepreneurs driving social and environmentally friendly innovations. The main programs include:

    • Pathway: A program that supports the start of the entrepreneurial journey.
    • Altitude: A three-year support program for impact startups looking to validate their ideas and achieve a good product-market fit.
    • Next Valley: Support for the next growth phase of startups.
    • Hackathons and Funding Support: Events and financial support to turn innovative ideas into action.

    Mission and Values

    The mission of WorldStartup is to support purpose-driven innovators to create impactful ventures in the long term. The organization believes in the power of collaboration and continuous learning to transform groundbreaking ideas into global solutions. The values of WorldStartup include fostering entrepreneurship, supporting equal opportunities, and protecting nature.

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    WorldStartup is committed to promoting the SDGs and supports startups focusing on sustainable and social innovations. The organization has over 75 impact-oriented companies in its portfolio, of which 67% come from an international background. WorldStartup has raised over 4.5 million euros in capital investments for these companies following their support programs. The organization is dedicated to making positive changes in the world and sees it as its responsibility to support people in need.

    Community and Collaboration

    WorldStartup has created a collaborative platform that fosters the growth of entrepreneurial changemakers worldwide. With a database of over 3500 startups and support for over 450 startups through its own or partner programs, WorldStartup offers a vibrant community for innovators looking to make a positive change in the world.

    Learn more about the latest trends and developments at WorldStartup by signing up for our newsletter and becoming part of our global community of changemakers. Visit our website at worldstartup.co.

    Sources:

    1. https://worldstartup.co/
    2. https://basecamp.worldstartup.co/
    3. https://www.worldstartup.co/support-programmes
    4. https://www.worldstartup.co/cocreate
    5. https://learn.worldstartup.co/