Google for Startups supports new cohort of 40 Black-led tech firms
This group of Black-led tech startups will get support from Google on their growth journey
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Hillary Clinton lends support to minority founders funding initiative
Major figures in political and business life are supporting the new initiative for diverse founders
65% of SME employees are still reluctant to take sick leave 
SMEs have a big problem in creating a workplace based on wellbeing values for their employees
Matugga Distillery’s 300k raise shows inclusive power of crowdfunding
Matugga’s fundraising success shows the consumer desire for a diverse rum brand
Matugga crowdfunding campaign is a boon for Black female entrepreneurship
Co-founder of diverse rum brand Jacine Rutasikwa is a descendant of the Windrush Generation
Herconomy raises £450,000 to further plan of female empowerment
They will use the funding to increase financial and development resources for women globally
SMEs need to push harder on diversity and inclusion, say staff
A survey of SME respondents reveals a lack of action among firms to pursue diversity and inclusion
Diversifying your business by going international
By moving away from a single-location model, businesses can access a wider talent pool
Mastercard launches Strive Learning Network to support diverse entrepreneurs
The network comprises individuals and organisations that want to support small businesses, especially those led by BAME and female entrepreneurs
Businesses encouraged to buy ‘Purple Socks’ to support disabled entrepreneurs
Social enterprise Parallel Lifestyle, sustainable activewear brand BAM, and enterprise support charity Hatch Enterprise are behind the project
