Each year, only 2% of Venture Capital investment goes to women-led startups. *
Launched in 2020, The Gaia Project is committed to close this gap and promote women founders in venture scape.
Towards the goal: we launed Gaia Fellowship, Thr Gaia Project Podcast, and many panels with amazing women founders, aiming to transform the scurrent problem through 1. talent support, 2. entrepreneurship advisory, 3. community-building, and 4. finding solutions.
Our Scope & Impact
6000+
Followers,
50+ original articles
3000+ Attendances
100+
Global partners,
20+ Events
20,000+ views
500+
Community members,
10,000+ In-Network individuals
2025 Gaia Fellowship 2.0
Fellow Application Available Below:
Mentor Application
01/01 - 02/20
Mentor Registration for the Year
03/15 - 05/10
Fellow Application Process
05/15
Initial Fellow Interview (With Organizing Committee)
05/25
Final Fellow Interview (With Mentor Companies)
05/30
Matching Results Announced, Fellows Begin Online Training
Jun - Aug
Fellowship Externship Phase
08/30
Fellowship Concludes, Certificates Awarded
Hosted annually, Gaia Fellowship is a 3-month externship program that pairs Start-Ups led primarily by women with ambitious young professionals.
Participants engage in targeted professional training, work across diverse fields, and receive mentorship that culminates in invaluable real-world experience. Meanwhile, hosting companies gain fresh, youthful insights to invigorate their visions.
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What Fellows/Mentor Say:
Testimonial from fellows
"Guided by an inspiring mentor in the Gaia Fellowship, I discovered both my career goal and social aspiration: to champion women in entrepreneurship, dedicating myself to creating opportunities that empower the underrepresented voices."
"The Gaia Fellowship was life-changing. It connected me with top-tier founders as my mentors who reshaped how I see my career and opportunities."
"An unparalleled experience! Gaia’s mentorship opened doors I never knew existed and pushed my limits further than I imagined: it boosted my career in tech and expanded my global network."
"Gaia's hands-on and immersive externship catapulted my skills, transforming me from a novice to a marketing strategist—an empowering, golden opportunity for aspiring young professionals."
Testimonial from mentors
"Remarkable program and Great initiative! Honored to be a Gaia mentor."
"Connected with great talents from excellent and diverse backgrounds worldwide through Gaia: my fellow is now a key member of our team."
01/01 - 02/20
Mentor Registration for the Year
03/15 - 05/10
Fellow Application Process
05/15
Initial Fellow Interview (With Organizing Committee)
05/25
Final Fellow Interview (With Mentor Companies)
05/30
Matching Results Announced, Fellows Begin Online Training
Jun - Aug
Fellowship Externship Phase
08/30
Fellowship Concludes, Certificates Awarded
Hosted annually, Gaia Fellowship is a 3-month externship program that pairs Start-Ups led primarily by women with ambitious young professionals.
Participants engage in targeted professional training, work across diverse fields, and receive mentorship that culminates in invaluable real-world experience. Meanwhile, hosting companies gain fresh, youthful insights to invigorate their visions.
Join our Mailing List >>
Testimonial from fellows
Testimonial from mentors
Our Partners - Mentor Company
Partnership
Empower your enterprise by connecting with a diverse network of leaders! Tap into valuable resources and events designed to elevate women in business. Mentor companies are in long-term recruitment—join us to make a lasting impact!
City/College Chapters
New York University
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
University of Washington
Yale University
Give Her a shot,
Here, Women’s Visions Become Ventures.
Connect
Bridge connections between innovative entrepreneurs and dedicated volunteers in our community. Engage with our network to collaborate, exchange expertise, and drive impactful initiatives together.
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