Data Equity Incubator
Supporting ethnic minority women to grow ideas into ventures through data and insight
Data-led Ventures for Ethnic Minority Women
What stage does my idea or business need to be at?
Is this programme only for tech or data-focused businesses?
Do I need experience in data, AI, or technology to take part?
Dreaming of starting a business, exploring a new idea, or building something of your own? The DATA EQUITY INCUBATOR is designed to support ethnic minority women to grow ideas into confident, data-informed ventures - at any stage.
The Data Equity Incubator is a new pilot programme delivered by DataKirk, in partnership with Bright Red Triangle. It offers a supportive space to learn, experiment, and build, bringing together women with ideas who want to develop practical data, digital, and enterprise skills.
Participants are supported by data and enterprise specialists and learn alongside a peer cohort, building skills they can apply immediately and in the future. The programme runs from March to July, combining online workshops with in-person sessions.
Through hands-on learning, mentoring, and peer support, participants build confidence in using data, digital tools, and AI to better understand customers, shape ideas, and communicate their venture clearly. Along the way, they grow a supportive network, strengthen their business thinking, and develop skills that can support a business, social enterprise, freelance work, or a future venture whatever path comes next.
What you can expect?
- Build confidence to develop ideas into viable ventures using practical, data-informed tools
- Learn how to use data and AI in simple, accessible ways to support everyday decision-making
- Gain clearer insight into customers, finances, and the next steps for an idea or venture
- Learn alongside a supportive cohort of ethnic minority women, sharing experiences and ideas
- Access guidance and mentoring from DataKirk, Bright Red Triangle, and invited specialists
- Develop transferable skills and meaningful connections to support future ventures, careers, or community projects.
Upcoming course dates
The Data Equity Incubator will be delivered over ten fortnightly sessions, alongside monthly in-person workshops.
Sessions will run from March to July, combining online learning with opportunities to connect in person, collaborate with peers, and apply learning in a practical, supportive environment.
Module 1: Wed, 4th March 2026, 6-8pm ONLINE
Module 2: Wed, 18th March 2026, 6-8pm
in-person event: TBC March 2026
Module 3: Wed, 1st April 2026, 6-8pm
Module 4: Wed, 15th April 2026, 6-8pm
Module 5: Wed, 29th April 2026, 6-8pm
in-person event: TBC April 2026
Module 6: Wed, 13th May 2026, 6-8pm
Module 7: Wed, 27th May 2026, 6-8pm
in-person event: TBC May 2026
Module 8: Wed, 10th June 2026, 6-8pm
Module 9: Wed, 24th June 2026, 6-8pm
in-person event: TBC June 2026
Module 10: Wed, 8th July 2026, 6-8pm
in-person event: TBC July 2026
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