We believe inclusive innovation starts with collaboration. That’s why the Data Espace brings together talent, technology, and opportunity across Europe, Africa, and Asia. We connect a diverse ecosystem of mentors, investors, tech providers, and institutions committed to closing digital opportunity gaps and empowering underrepresented innovators.
Mentors
Our mentors are experienced professionals, many from African and Asian diaspora communities in Europe, who bring lived insight, technical skill, and cultural understanding.
They offer:
Many mentors become long-term advisors or co-designers of our programmes. We welcome mentors from all backgrounds, including tech, policy, business, education and social impact.
Advisors and Experts
We collaborate with domain experts who deliver masterclasses, join advisory boards, and support programme design.
Their contributions include:
We value real-world experience, cross-sector fluency, and practical insight that drives results.
Investors
We connect early-stage founders with investors committed to inclusion, sustainability, and innovation. Through our support model, ventures are prepared to scale responsibly.
Investors gain:
We welcome angel investors, inclusive funds, family offices, and institutional backers.
Tech Providers
We partner with tech companies, primarily in Africa and Asia, to offer reusable technologies that power early-stage European ventures. These include APIs, SaaS platforms, IoT systems, and AI tools.
Partners benefit from:
We support tech transfer with clear IP terms, legal support, and adaptable licensing models.
Public Institutions
We work with EU institutions, funders, universities, and public agencies that share our mission. Their contributions help drive systemic change.
Partners support:
We create public-private partnerships that deliver real impact across communities.
