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Membership

At the World Startup Federation, membership is open to everyone with a passion for the startup ecosystem. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, a student exploring opportunities, or simply someone curious about the world of startups, you belong here. We understand that today you might be a founder, tomorrow an investor, and someday a mentor or a co-founder again—so there are no silos, just a global community supporting your unique and evolving journey.

Membership Benefits

Founders & Co-Founders

Founders & Co-Founders

Whether you're launching your first startup or you're a seasoned entrepreneur, the World Startup Federation is your gateway to global resources, mentorship, and a vibrant community that supports you at every step of your entrepreneurial journey.

Investors

At the World Startup Federation, we help you connect with a diverse pool of innovative startups curated to match your investment theses, providing access to unique opportunities and fostering growth across the global startup ecosystem.

Investors
Mentor

Mentor

Mentors will enjoy a tailored experience, connecting only with startups that align with their expertise and preferences, ensuring their engagement is flexible and tailored to their convenience, and fitting seamlessly into their schedules.

Professors & Researchers

They can engage with the startup ecosystem by sharing their knowledge and insights, collaborating on innovative projects, and discovering opportunities that align with their academic pursuits and research interests.

Professors & Researchers
Students

Students

They can explore the world of startups, gain valuable insights, access internship and career opportunities, and build connections that pave the way for future opportunities, all while being part of a vibrant and supportive community.

Aspiring Co-Founders

They can find like-minded partners, gain access to resources and mentorship, and take the first steps towards turning their entrepreneurial dreams into reality within a supportive ecosystem.

Aspiring Co-Founders
Governments

Governments

They can support and enhance their local startup ecosystems by fostering inclusivity and expanding access to entrepreneurship, while also effectively disseminating information about new initiatives, schemes, and support systems to promote innovation and economic growth.

Professionals

They can leverage their expertise to support and collaborate with startups, offering valuable services and building meaningful connections within the entrepreneurial community. Professionals such as lawyers, accountants, consultants, and other specialists are welcome to join and contribute their skills to help startups thrive.

Professionals
Bureaucrats

Bureaucrats

Officers involved in trade, commerce, industry, and investment support can gain valuable insights, connect with the entrepreneurial community, and learn from other ecosystems, allowing them to better support and foster innovation and growth in their regions.

Aspiring Startup Employees

Aspiring employees can discover exciting job opportunities, connect with founders and innovative companies, and find roles that align with their passions and skills, making it easier to take the next step in their career within the startup ecosystem.

Aspiring Startup Employees
Incubators

Incubators

Incubators can expand their network, collaborate with a global community of startups and mentors, and access resources that help nurture and grow the next generation of entrepreneurs, enhancing their impact and effectiveness.

Other Ecosystem Enablers

Other ecosystem enablers can contribute to and benefit from a vibrant global network, finding new ways to support startups and foster innovation, no matter what unique role they play in the ecosystem.

Other Ecosystem Enablers

Member-at-Large

This membership is ideal for those who are still exploring their place in the startup ecosystem, allowing them to join the community, explore opportunities, and evolve their role over time without needing to define a specific category right away.

Ready to Apply?

Founding memberships are open to applicants from every country and every category — founders, investors, mentors, students, professionals, ecosystem-builders, and more.

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Contact & Engagement

Partner with World
Startup Federation:

If you see potential synergies and exciting opportunities in collaborating with us, we'd love to explore how we can work together to bring even more value to the startup ecosystem. For partnering discussions, please email

Volunteer with World
Startup Federation:

If you're passionate about supporting the global startup community and want to contribute your time and skills, we'd love to have you join our mission. Reach out to us at