Europe, Middle East, Africa

Growth Academy:
AI for Health

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Europe, Middle East, Africa - hybrid
3 months

A three-month program providing healthcare and wellbeing startups leveraging AI with essential growth skills, internationalization strategies, and Google tools to help them scale and innovate responsibly.

A man in a blue jacket and a woman
Europe, Middle East, Africa - hybrid
3 months

Applications are now closed!

About the program

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About the program

Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Health is a three-month hybrid program dedicated to supporting high-potential startups in the healthcare and wellbeing industry using AI technology to grow and innovate responsibly.

Featuring a series of workshops, mentoring and networking events, the program helps founders develop data-driven strategies for acquiring new customers and partnerships, tools to innovate responsibly with emerging technologies, and expand to new markets.

After the initial three months of core content, startups continue to receive product support and mentorship from Google to help them address their challenges.

Two sessions throughout the program will be held in-person (locations will be shared soon); the rest of the program will be conducted virtually.

Program Benefits

  • Equity-free

    Equity-free support, with access to Google products and resources.

  • Hands-on mentorship

    Technical consulting and one-on-one support from Google mentors and AI experts.

  • Strategic & product support

    Support on AI, company, and product strategy.

  • Leadership training

    Tailored leadership training designed to improve management skills.

  • Go global

    Support from mentors and Google teams on new international opportunities, to expand your business to new markets.

  • Networking & community

    Connect with VCs, industry leaders and fellow founders, and become a part of our alumni network.

Entry Criteria

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Entry Criteria

  • Seed to Series A startups currently based in Europe, the Middle East, and/or Africa —but looking to scale internationally.
  • Leveraging AI to address health or wellbeing challenges.
  • Demonstrated traction, such as a clear track record of users and revenue.
  • Scalable product or service, with both a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model.

Key Dates

  • March 10

    Application Deadline

  • February–March

    Founder Interviews

  • April

    Cohort Announcement

  • mid-April

    Kick-off (In-person)

  • April–July

    Core program

  • mid-September

    Bootcamp (In-person)

Kimberly Breuer Kimberly Breuer
It is amazing to have the chance of getting access to such great experts in their field. We had several really valuable mentor sessions and already applied many of the learnings.
Kimberly Breuer
Co-CEO and cofounder of Likeminded

Previous cohort

Advisory Board

Jason Ward Jason Ward
Growth Academy: AI for Health is a well thought through program with a great community feel. The depth of knowledge was both relevant but also accessible and enjoyable.
Jason Ward
CEO & cofounder of EQL

Frequently asked questions

How much time do I have to dedicate to the program?

The core content programming will mostly require 1 to 2 hours of your time per week to attend your mentoring and group sessions. While the sessions with other founders will be accommodated to fit the majority of the participants, you will schedule your individual mentoring sessions with your mentor. After three months of core content, startups will continue to receive support from Google to help them address their challenges. The exact time dedication of founders depends on their current individual needs.

Do I need to travel for the program?

The program is a hybrid program with two in-person moments consisting of two days each. These moments will be mandatory for at least one co-founder.

Can other team members take part in the program?

The program content is designed for founders. However, for certain specific online sessions, we can discuss if it makes sense to include some C-level team members. Do not hesitate to ask!

Does Google for Startups invest in the company or ask for equity?

No. Google for Startups does not invest in the company through this program, nor request any equity.