Humane Entrepreneurship Program

Innovation for a kinder future

Vision

To create a more sustainable way of production and consumption by creating viable alternatives and transforming businesses to humane enterprises

Mission

To enable humane entrepreneurs to reach the next step of venture growth — convert ideas to prototypes, prototypes to pilots and pilots to scale-up

Goal

Empower creation of viable market alternatives to animal-based products by Indian entrepreneurs, through access to experiential learning, expert mentors, facilitators and investors.

Vision

To create a more sustainable way of production and consumption by creating viable alternatives and transforming businesses to humane enterprises

Mission

To enable humane entrepreneurs to reach the next step of venture growth — convert ideas to prototypes, prototypes to pilots and pilots to scale-up

Goal

Empower creation of viable market alternatives to animal-based products by Indian entrepreneurs, through access to experiential learning, expert mentors, facilitators and investors

About the Program

Calling all changemakers!

We’re seeking passionate entrepreneurs who want to shape a more humane future through business. From food and fashion to testing methods and consumer goods, we support ventures that challenge the status quo.

1-day bootcamps

Sharpen your ideas and network with like-minded individuals.

Gain mentorship and refine your business model for launch.

Guides you in building solutions for real-world impact. Weekly hands-on sessions with experienced facilitators and mentors will equip you to bring your vision to life.

Bring your journey to a powerful close by presenting your venture to a panel of investors and industry leaders. This is your opportunity to showcase your innovative solution, demonstrate your impact, and take your next big step toward launching your business.

One-on-one Mentoring

Work with coaches and mentors who will help guide you to build robust, resilient business models and achieve your goals.

Expert Workshops

Learn from design experts and build empathic, multistakeholder-centric and innovative business solutions.

Networking

Secure key partnerships to scale your venture.

Funding

Present your ideas to investors and venture capitalists from across the globe and explore funding opportunities.

Are you ready to make a difference? Applications for 2025 open now!

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  • 1-day bootcamps: Sharpen your ideas and network with like-minded individuals.

  • Intensive one-month virtual sprint: Gain mentorship and refine your business model for launch.

  • Human-centered design methodologies will guide you in building solutions for real-world impact: Weekly hands-on sessions with experienced facilitators and mentors will equip you to bring your vision to life.

  • Final Pitch Day: Bring your journey to a powerful close by presenting your venture to a panel of investors and industry leaders. This is your opportunity to showcase your innovative solution, demonstrate your impact, and take your next big step toward launching your business.

One-on-one Mentoring

Work with coaches and mentors who will help guide you to build robust, resilient business models and achieve your goals.

Expert Workshops

Learn from design experts and build empathic, multistakeholder-centric and innovative business solutions.

Networking

Secure key partnerships to scale your venture.

Funding

Present your ideas to investors and venture capitalists from across the globe and explore funding opportunities.

Sectors

New Food Proteins

Current egg, meat and dairy production and consumption practices are unsustainable and cause tremendous suffering. Choosing more humane options help animals and the environment, and supports your health.

Next Generation Materials

The alternative fibre industry is growing — with faux fur and faux leather serving the same purposes, looking fashionable, all while being cruelty-free! These alternatives will help the millions of animals who are confined or captured in brutal metal traps and cages.

Non-Animal Testing

Cutting-edge technology and innovation in research and testing will improve and advance scientific research and replace millions of animals used in research worldwide.

Mentors

<h3>Tasneem Karodia</h3>

Tasneem Karodia

Co-founder & COO
Mzansi Meat Co.
<h3>Taylor Sokol</h3>

Taylor Sokol

Strategic Partnerships
Impossible Foods
<h3>Casey Dworkin</h3>

Casey Dworkin

Founder and Creative Director
Sylven New York
<h3>Sandhya Sriram</h3>

Sandhya Sriram

CEO and Co-founder
Shiok Meats Pte. Ltd.
<h3>Tasneem Karodia</h3>

Tasneem Karodia

Co-founder & COO
Mzansi Meat Co.
<h3>Taylor Sokol</h3>

Taylor Sokol

Strategic Partnerships
Impossible Foods
<h3>Casey Dworkin</h3>

Casey Dworkin

Founder and Creative Director
Sylven New York
<h3>Sandhya Sriram</h3>

Sandhya Sriram

CEO and Co-founder
Shiok Meats Pte. Ltd.
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Who we are

For over 70 years, Humane World for Animals—formerly Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International—has worked to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering and create permanent change. With millions of supporters and work happening in over 50 countries, we’re focused creating long-term solutions to the biggest problems facing animals, working to end the cruelest practices, care for animals in crisis and build a stronger animal protection movement. We work across borders to shift human behavior and drive policy change, bring diverse expertise to the most complex issues, and do it all with a compassionate and welcoming approach. Driving for the greatest global impact, we aim to achieve the vision behind our name.

A primary focus for Humane World for Animals India is to reduce the consumption of animal-based products by supporting the creation of viable alternatives. This program will empower eligible entrepreneurs to reach the next step of venture growth — convert ideas to prototypes, prototypes to pilots and pilots to scale-up. The Humane Entrepreneurship Program ecosystem of capacity builders, investors and domain experts will aid in transforming ventures. Through this program, Humane World For Animals India will enable entrepreneurs to scale humane businesses in the Indian startup ecosystem and aid in the creation of viable market alternatives for animal-based products.

Who We Are

For over 70 years, Humane World for Animals—formerly Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International—has worked to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering and create permanent change. With millions of supporters and work happening in over 50 countries, we’re focused creating long-term solutions to the biggest problems facing animals, working to end the cruelest practices, care for animals in crisis and build a stronger animal protection movement. We work across borders to shift human behavior and drive policy change, bring diverse expertise to the most complex issues, and do it all with a compassionate and welcoming approach. Driving for the greatest global impact, we aim to achieve the vision behind our name.

A primary focus for Humane World for Animals India is to reduce the consumption of animal-based products by supporting the creation of viable alternatives. This program will empower eligible entrepreneurs to reach the next step of venture growth — convert ideas to prototypes, prototypes to pilots and pilots to scale-up. The Humane Entrepreneurship Program ecosystem of capacity builders, investors and domain experts will aid in transforming ventures. Through this program, Humane World For Animals India will enable entrepreneurs to scale humane businesses in the Indian startup ecosystem and aid in the creation of viable market alternatives for animal-based products.