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Empowered by Innovation: Women shaping the future of HealthTech

Despite making significant contributions to the sector, women-led start-ups receive less than 2 % of health-focused venture capital funding.* To drive meaningful change, we convened over 50 key stakeholders across healthcare, academia and industry to launch a conversation that has now evolved into sustained action.
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Support for innovators

Women continue to face systemic barriers in health technology and innovation, particularly in securing funding, accessing mentorship, and overcoming gender biases. Addressing these disparities is not just about equality – it is about unlocking the full
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potential of innovation in healthcare.
Our event brought together innovators, investors and healthcare leaders to explore solutions, share best practices, and establish concrete steps to better support women
* Source: UK Business Angels Association, Dec 2024
Video case study to include
• Caption: Watch this video to about our Women in Health Inn Technology network event
• Link: https:// youtu. be / TNFvLSHOA1A? si = eSUfbt-oAnF
Economic growth