Start Now
Building Beyond Borders. Start Your Business in Germany.
The AiDiA START program is a 6-week digital entrepreneurship program for first and second generation migrants from the African diaspora in Germany. It supports aspiring founders and early-stage entrepreneurs with essential business knowledge, community access, and personalized support. Participants join interactive weekly sessions, build practical skills, and connect with peers, coaches, and ecosystem partners.
The application deadline is 17 October 2025.
Sounds like You?
- First & second generation migrant
- Unfamiliar with German bureaucracy
- Clear interest in entrepreneurship (idea- or early-stage)
- No prior business education required
- Sessions in English, inclusive & interactive
Our Program
- Start Date: 21 October 2025
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Participants: 15–20
- Format: 2x live online sessions/week (Tue & Thu, 18:00 CET)
- Length per session: 75–105 minutes (incl. practical exercises)
- Platform: AiDiA START online platform (materials, tools & networking)
Program Structure
01
Core Modules (Weeks 1–6)
- Entrepreneurship Basics
- International Entrepreneurship & Founding in Germany
02
Certification
- Module Certificate: Attend 4/6 sessions in a module
or
- Full Program Certificate: Attend 9/12 sessions overall
03
Key Features
- Diaspora-centered, low-barrier & practice-driven
- Led by experienced coaches with migrant & diaspora backgrounds
- Weekly reflections, practical tasks & optional coaching
- Follow-up opportunities:
- Access to crowdfunding campaign
- Consulting support
- AiDiA Community Events & Alumni Network