Atlas: GEN’s Policy Portal

Atlas is a compendium of public sector policies and programs that serves as a tool for policymakers, advisors and opinion leaders to learn about previously implemented policy models, articulated entrepreneurship strategies and/or designs of public-sector-supported programs.
 
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The Ecosystem Fund

Year Introduced: | Sub-national

The Ecosystem Fund operates through a competitive open-call grant process, managed by Inspirent Ltd on behalf of the Scottish Government.Eligibility. Applications are open to a wide range of…

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Philippines
iFWD PH Program

Year Introduced: | National-level

The iFWD PH Program operates through a structured two-phase model combining capacity building with financial support, implemented nationwide through DOST Regional Offices. The program is led by DOST-…

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Ukraine
Diia.Business

Year Introduced: | National-level

Diia.Business operates through integrated online and offline delivery mechanisms providing comprehensive entrepreneurship support.​ Online Portal Component: The Diia.Business portal (diia.…

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Saudi Arabia
National Technology Development Program (NTDP)

Year Introduced: | National-level

NTDP operates through a comprehensive portfolio of 18-19 financial and non-financial initiatives designed to support technology companies at every stage of development. The program works through…

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United States
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

Year Introduced: | National-level

STEP operates through a two-tier federal-state partnership model. The U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of International Trade awards competitive grants to state and territory governments,…

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Italy
CDP Venture Capital Sgr (CDP Venture Capital – Fondo Nazionale Innovazione)

Year Introduced: | National-level

CDP Venture Capital Sgr operates as the main national fund manager for Italy's innovation-focused investment programs. The platform manages resources through various venture capital funds, offering…

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Brazil
PIX Instant Payments System

Year Introduced: | National-level

PIX, Brazil's instant payment system, operates through a centralized messaging and settlement framework called the Instant Payment System (SPI), managed by the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB). The…

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Iraq
Business Registration Single Window

Year Introduced: | National-level

Prior to 2020, registering a business in Baghdad was a cumbersome task with loopholes that opened the doors to corruption. The process required an entrepreneur to take 35 separate steps, make…

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Ireland
Women in Business Action Plan 2020: Fueling Growth through Diversity

Year Introduced: | National-level

Through four objectives and 24 actions, Enterprise Ireland is responding to the underrepresentation of women entrepreneurs in Ireland.   The four objectives and their related action are:…

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Australia
The Enhanced Regulatory Sandbox

Year Introduced: | National-level

The ERS works by allowing businesses and individuals to test novel financial services or credit activities for up to 24 months without the need for obtaining either an Australian Financial Service…