Indian startup incubator launches program for entrepreneurs with disabilities

Indian startup enabler Sardar Patel Technology Business Incubator (SPTBI) announced a collaboration with social platform LoveActually and communications consultancy Adfactors PR to launch an incubator program that caters to people with disabilities.

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Called Firstpreneurs, the 12-month initiative aims to prepare participants in all aspects of entrepreneurship, including business, marketing, and financing. SPTBI will also provide them with access to a wider market and a seed funding and investor pool, as well as co-working facilities.

Those interested in the program may apply until December 5, according to a statement.

Firstpreneurs will also have startup mentors hailing from the legal, business communication, product development, media, and sales industries who will serve as guides for the incubatees; Adfactors PR will be the communication mentor for the program.

The special mentor board will be comprised of Adfactors PR’s Rahul Jain, Buddy4study founder Ashutosh Burnwal, VAL & Associates founder Veena Lala, and 6teen30 Digital’s Deepaq Varthak.

“We want to make this ecosystem inclusive and equal for even those who are differently abled because skill and talent have no limit,” said SPTBI chairperson BN Chaudhari. “The program will encourage people with disabilities to test their potential and give them an equal chance in creating innovative solutions for business and society.”