Analysis

July 14, 2020

How can we really make European startups more diverse?

Four diversity champions across Europe share ideas for improving the tech sector


Tim Smith

14 min read

For most Sifted readers, a quick look around their own office will be evidence enough of a widespread problem. As with many desirable and well-paid professional sectors, the European startup and tech community is overwhelmingly white.

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