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YouthNet Launches 'Startup Incubation Programme' For PwDs In Nagaland, Aims To Curate Inclusive Initiatives
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YouthNet stated that the initiative was a component of their incubation centre programme, which included a co-working area designated for PWDs. It also offers access to infrastructure, networking, funding, and business-related services.
The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Startup Nagaland of the Department of Industries and Commerce joined hands with YouthNet to launch Northeast India's first 'Startup Incubation Programme' for persons with disabilities (PwDs) on December 12 at the YouthNet Dimapur office.
YouthNet stated that the initiative was a component of their incubation centre programme, which includes a co-working area specifically designated for PWDs and access to infrastructure, networking, funding, and related business services to all entrepreneurs.
North East India's first Startup Incubation Program for Persons with Disabilities launched at #YouthNet. An Inclusive program that allows entrepreneurs of all backgrounds to learn and grow side by side for the benefit of all. #YNnagaland @startupnagaland @MyGovNagaland pic.twitter.com/HG95F5TeYN
— YouthNet (@YNnagaland) December 13, 2022
Inclusivity For All Entrepreneurs
In her welcome address, Nuneseno Chase, YouthNet Director, emphasised the value of inclusivity for all types of entrepreneurs and expressed hope that the initiative would be a successful way to share the necessary platform, giving PwDs an equal opportunity to learn and develop the skills they need.
Lhoushevikho Lhoushe, Inspector of Industries, Startup Nagaland, provided a summary of the main components of the Startup Nagaland Policy 2019 and the department's actions for the benefit of entrepreneurs. Additionally, he hinted at creating and changing regulations in the future for the benefit of PwDs.
Ashe H Kiba, the programme coordinator for the Office of the State Commissioner for PwDs, also highlighted the importance of inclusive programmes that enable business owners from all backgrounds to develop together.
In a virtual message, Diethono Nakhro, the state commissioner for PwDs, expressed gratitude to YouthNet for the opportunities and mentioned the government's efforts to promote and oversee inclusive systems for all groups at all levels, including advocacy, awareness-raising, and implementation support.
Know About YouthNet Incubation Centre
In accordance with the Nagaland Start-Up Policy 2019, the YouthNet Incubation Center (YIC), which aims to help and foster innovative startups in their desire to become scalable and sustainable business enterprises, was established on July 15, 2021, at YouthNet's office in Dimapur.
The multifaceted programme, which has 17 entrepreneurs selected to participate for a year, is made for early-stage enterprises that need support. At the same time, they test their company ideas before moving on to the next development phase.
With 91 entrepreneurs now in incubation, over 35 entrepreneurs financed, over 80 events held in 15 months, and three co-working spaces for entrepreneurs at no cost, the goal of YIC is to curate initiatives that inclusively reach every niche of the business ecosystem.
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