We are caught in a network of mutuality... whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” - Martin Luther King Jr.
Birmingham’s first social impact startup weekend reflects a collaboration among some of the most innovative organizations working to make Birmingham the best place to grow up.
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Breakthrough Birmingham
The Breakthrough Birmingham team proposed this whole scheme as a way to provide professional exposure for high school students…and the idea grew from there!
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Innovate Alabama
Innovate Alabama has generously funded this initiative through an Innovation Network project grant.
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Techstars
Techstars has hosted dozens of startup weekends globally, and now the Alabama team is bringing their magic to BHM Startup Wknd!
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City of Birmingham Department of Youth Services
Birmingham’s DYS connects youth to high-quality opportunities and maintains a network of collaborative partners.
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gener8tor
Derrick Austin and Amanda Williams have generously donated their time on our planning committee. Check out Derrick’s cameo in our promo video (below)!