Explorer Program
A programme by WEneurs
A standing support package for early-stage startups with a proof of concept, covering mentoring, compliance, brand visibility and incubator introductions.
At a glance
| Best for | Early-stage startups with a proof of concept that want mentoring and compliance support. |
|---|---|
| Stage | Prototype |
| Cost | Paid |
About Explorer Program
The Explorer Program is a package of support for early-stage startups that already have a proof of concept. The programme page says additional charges apply for entrepreneurs and does not state them, or say whether WEneurs takes equity. It does not give a cohort or intake date.
What you get
- Brand visibility on the WEneurs platform and on NITI Aayog's Women Entrepreneurship Platform
- Updates on government schemes and facilities for women entrepreneurs
- Introductions to suitable business incubators and networks
- Free invitations to webinars and business series, and discounted fees for training programmes and investor meets
- A business-review meeting with a panel of advisors and mentors, then a WhatsApp group with an expert mentor for selected startups
- Support with the business plan, pitch deck, market study and strategy, and with getting the first few customers
- Help with a website and apps, company incorporation and tax registration, hiring, IP facilitation and office space where required
Who can apply
- Early-stage startups with a proof of concept
How to apply: The programme page gives no application route. Use the Entrepreneur sign up page on the WEneurs website, or write to info@weneurs.in.
Where to apply
Other WEneurs programmes
- SAKSHAMA growth programme for women entrepreneurs from underprivileged backgrounds, supported by Info Edge CSR with Aspire Labs as knowledge partner.
- EcoVisionA two-phase incubation and acceleration programme for sustainability and circular-economy startups, run with Aspire Labs.
- Seedling ProgramA four-week online pre-business programme for women with a startup at the idea stage.
- Accelerator ProgramA six-month cohort for women-led startups with a marketable product that want to scale.
- Trail Blazer ProgramAn investor-readiness package for advanced-stage women-led startups seeking angel or venture capital funding.
- Seed Spark Program (with Stanford Seed)A five-month online programme with Stanford Seed for early-stage entrepreneurs; WEneurs nominated applicants in India. Its dated cohorts ran in 2023 and are closed.