
The Diversity VC Standard is an assessment and certification process that sets a benchmark for best practice on Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in VC and sends a signal that a fund follows best D&I practices to the rest of the ecosystem.
About The Diversity VC Standard
The Diversity VC Standard was launched on 9th September 2020 pioneered by 15 leading funds across Europe and Canada to provide VCs with the tools and recommended practices they need to open their networks and make funding available to underrepresented founders, as well as the resources needed to cultivate an environment where founders and colleagues from all backgrounds feel they belong in the industry and the ecosystem.
The Diversity VC Standard has 3 stages:
Assessment
Guided run through of your fund’s current policies and practices
Consultation
Curated advice and recommendations on next steps according to fund targets
Certification
To Level 1 (setting a benchmark above industry average) or Level 2 (leading the way on changes to D&I policy)
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To find out more about the Standard and participate please contact julia@diversity.vc