WeAreFounders : 9-month incubation program to boost your entrepreneurial project
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WeAreFoundersWhat is it about?
If you’re ready to launch or grow your startup, this is your chance! Several partners have teamed up to offer you a 9-month free incubation program that will help take your entrepreneurial project to the next level.
With over 80 workshops, expert coaching and a community of entrepreneurs, you’ll be accompanied every step of the way!
The project can rely on the invaluable support of partners such as Bruxelles Formation, which allows jobseekers to maintain their social benefits and avail themselves of a training bonus. The BeAngels community of entrepreneurs and investors conducts practical workshops on topics such as fundraising. Google provides its expertise in digital marketing through the Google Digital Atelier training courses as well as more specialised content from the "Google for Startups" programme. This programme takes place at BeCentral, a 10,000 m² digital campus above Brussels Central Station, giving participants direct access to the entire ecosystem and offices.
Who is eligible?
We welcome all entrepreneurs! WeAreFounders is open to individuals from diverse backgrounds: Dutch speakers, French speakers, English speakers, project leaders working solo or in teams, as well as unemployed individuals. The training is free and does not require any qualifications or start-up funding. The programme is primarily conducted in English, therefore, a good understanding of the language is essential.
What are the selection criteria?
Motivation, ambition, and the feasibility of the project are the sole selection criteria.
Remember what data?
- Applications open: from 7 April 2025 to 21 June 2025
- Selection of candidates: pre-selection on 26-30 June 2025, followed by a jury and the final selection on 10-11 July
- Programme starts: 15 September 2025
- Programme ends: 12 June 2026
The programme will take place in three phases:
- Stage 1: September to December:
Present your product
Develop a business plan and prototype
Initial product development - Stage 2: January to March:
Gain commercial traction and customers
Validate product-market fit and generate initial sales.
Online presence and marketing strategy - Stage 3: April to June:
Presenting the project to investors and/or ensuring sustainable growth
Supporting the company's growth and financial viability
Clear strategy for surviving financially over the next 12 to 18 months
How to apply?
- Complete the form on the website that includes questions about yourself, your project, and your motivation for joining WAF.
- After the application period, the WAF team will shortlist candidates and invite them to an in-person jury session.
- The final selection will be announced the following week. Information sessions on the programme are organised regularly: contact wearefounders@becentral.org to learn more.