We are creating a centralised hub that dismantles systemic barriers and drives sustainable growth for underrepresented minority Innovators and entrepreneurs.
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Innovate + Grow + Succeed
We are creating a centralised hub that dismantles systemic barriers and drives sustainable growth for underrepresented minority creatives, innovators and entrepreneurs. At CivaLabs, we adopt a holistic, inclusive, and action-oriented strategy to create a thriving ecosystem for underrepresented minority innovators and entrepreneurs in the UK. By integrating modern physical infrastructure with tailored services and strategic partnerships, we foster an environment where innovative ideas flourish, businesses grow, and transformative solutions emerge.
CivaLabs’ B&E thematic empowers underrepresented minority entrepreneurs across the UK to launch and grow sustainable businesses. We focus on the full lifecycle of business development and drive this with engagement & awareness through initiatives like the FusionX events and the CivaLabs Collective creating a vibrant community where technology, culture, and enterprise intersect, offering workshops, networking, and business showcases to spark ideas and attract new members, mentors, and partners.
CivaLabs’ Innovation, Digital Transformation & Technology focus drives problem-led innovation and full industry reinvention across key sectors including AI, financial services, civic tech, EdTech, healthcare, and energy. Using design thinking, lean methods, and proprietary IP. Through innovation funds and incubation models, we co-invest in bold “moonshot” ideas, always guided by a human-first, ethical, and collaborative approach that ensures technology delivers real-world impact.
CivaLabs’ Arts & Culture thematic creates a space for underrepresented artists and cultural producers and creatives, using creativity as a driver of social and economic change. We are mapping overlooked talent, identifying gaps in funding and space, and setting up studios and exhibition-ready facilities. Early programming artist residencies, workshops, talks, and exhibitions that connect directly to our incubation model, while partnerships with councils, universities, museums, and grassroots spaces, as we build visibility and credibility.
CivaLabs’ (R&D) thematic positions the organisation as a leading evidence-based advocate, focused on underrepresented minority communities. Through rigorous data collection with practical action to address barriers in technology, business, and the creative economy, we leverage large-scale surveys, in-depth interviews, policy reviews, and case studies, CivaLabs documents challenges and highlight success stories, creating a publicly accessible data repository to inform government policy, guide funding, and strengthen the organisation’s own programmes.
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Our Virtual Office packages are designed to give entrepreneurs, SMEs, and global companies a strong professional presence without the cost of a physical office. Perfect for individuals who want a professional environment.
CivaLabs Co-Working Space in Manchester offers professionals, entrepreneurs, and teams the flexibility of a modern workspace without the costs and commitments of traditional office leases.
Entrepreneurs need structured support to develop, test, and scale their ideas. Our incubation program offers tailored mentorship, technical assistance for market research, business model refinement, access to funding and investor networks.
Testimonials
CivaLabs has been a game-changer for my business. As an African entrepreneur navigating the UK market, I struggled with access to professional workspaces and mentorship. The support I received has propelled my startup to new heights. Today, I have a scalable business model and a strong network that continues to open doors for growth.”
Chibike Okoye
Entrepreneur
“Before joining CivaLabs, I faced endless hurdles in securing funding and understanding the UK’s regulatory framework. Their business support services helped me incorporate my company seamlessly, and their investor matchmaking program connected me with my first angel investor. CivaLabs is a thriving ecosystem that equips entrepreneurs to succeed.”
Kwame Mensah
Creative
Empowering underrepresented minority groups to innovate and succeed in the UK
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