# Global Programs and Innovation

**Source**: https://global.utexas.edu/innovation
**Parent**: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad

Global Programs and Innovation works with governments, universities and industries to train emerging leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs at UT and around the world.

#### [Global Innovation Lab](https://global.utexas.edu/innovation/innovation-lab)

Capacity building and support for entrepreneurs in their communities to overcome local challenges, create jobs and drive sustainable economic development.

#### [Global Customized Programs](https://global.utexas.edu/innovation/customized-programs)

Programs providing exceptional academic and cultural enrichment opportunities for students, faculty and professionals.

#### [Request a Program](https://form.asana.com/?k=fg_JEcXI-40mtAZsvk63rQ&d=939520625567004)

Our custom education programs reflect the diverse needs of our international partners and reflect our commitment to academic excellence and transformational experiences.

## Our Impact

696 international program participants

11 competitively awarded U.S. Department of State programs

50 countries represented

52 campus partners and57 Austin community partners

> "This program provides truly a 360-degree view of being an entrepreneur. My role as an ambassador is to help build the community, leverage resources and move forward with a global mindset. I don’t like silos; I’d much prefer exposure, so having global interconnectivity is crucial in learning where we can all complement each other."
> Safiah Labani, Participant, Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Networking and Mentorship Initiative,  *[Saudi Women Entrepreneurs Thrive in Austin as Network Ambassadors](https://global.utexas.edu/news/saudi-women-entrepreneurs-thrive-austin-network-ambassadors)*

## Featured Programs and Resources

### [Aichi Austin Innovation Kickstart Program](https://global.utexas.edu/innovation/innovation-lab/programs-and-services/aichi-austin-innovation-kickstart-program)

The program provides training and program implementation to increase participation, engagement, and impact in the startup ecosystem in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

### [Mandela Washington Fellowship](https://global.utexas.edu/innovation/customized-programs/programs-and-services/mandela-washington-fellowship-young-african)

The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the Department of State's signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders and brings 25 Fellows to UT Austin annually for the Leadership in Business Institute.

## Global Programs and Innovation Stories

**Alumni
Research and Creative Activity
Student Experiences**

### [Student Ambassadors Make Impact with Global Professional Training: East and Southeast Asia](https://global.utexas.edu/news/student-ambassadors-make-impact-global-professional-training-east-and-southeast-asia)

Global Customized Programs

### [Anthropology Professor Advocates for Fulbright Pakistan Scholars](https://global.utexas.edu/news/anthropology-professor-advocates-fulbright-pakistan-scholars)

Global Customized Programs

**Health and Well-Being
Science and Technology**

### [Global Innovation Lab Facilitates Multimillion-Dollar Biomed Deal](https://global.utexas.edu/news/global-innovation-lab-facilitates-multimillion-dollar-biomed-deal)

Global Innovation Lab

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