Powering  Inclusivity In The San Diego Startup Space

Village Up is a collaborative initiative to increase diversity and access to the San Diego innovation economy.

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We Exist To Disrupt Lack Of Diversity In Tech

Startups founded by women, people of color, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ often struggle to obtain funding or support. Our mission is to discover and develop pathways to help entrepreneurs from underserved communities tap into the tech industry and access the resources and connections they need to succeed.

Our mission is to discover and develop pathways to help minority entrepreneurs from underserved communities tap into the tech industry and access the resources and connections they need to succeed.

Imagine A World Where The Underrepresented In Tech Have An Equal Shot At Success

We work toward this vision by building a coalition of affinity groups and passionate individuals to champion diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the startup ecosystem.

We Educate

We bring together successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders from underserved communities to share their experiences, knowledge, and tools for growth with minority founders and talent.

We Empower

We provide minority founders and talent with the tools and resources they need to break into the tech startup space and thrive.

We Connect

We organize events that create opportunities for diverse entrepreneurs and talent to build their networks and create growth opportunities.

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As a collaborative initiative, we rely on the support of philanthropists, volunteers, and people who believe in our cause of helping minority entrepreneurs and talent in San Diego and beyond. Discover how you can get involved.

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