Background

Startup Migrants is a Norwegian-German startup that has set itself the goal of creating an inclusive Europe-wide startup culture.

Many migrants with an affinity for start-ups lack the knowledge of local structures, networks and cultures to get off to a flying start in other countries. A lot of talent remains untapped. This is where the Startups Migrants concept comes in. In the Startup Preschool, a three-day intensive course in entrepreneurship, network development and business administration, multicultural founders are strengthened and networked with the local startup ecosystem.

The Startup Preschool thus contributes to a diverse startup culture in several ways. The Preschools held so far have shown that women in particular benefit from the program among those interested in founding a company from a migrant background: They make up a share of over 50 percent and can be decisively encouraged and supported in their start-up intentions.

The Preschool is active in Scandinavia, Germany, Austria and the UK. More than 1,100 people interested in founding a company have already taken part in the programs and numerous companies have been founded by Startup Preschool alumni.