Global Ideas Lab is an innovation agency that tackles global issues through combining foreign policy and international development with entrepreneurship.
Inspired by innovative thinking, we devise startup solutions by leveraging innovation, community mobilisation, tech and diplomatic strategy.
What about us
We work with governments, universities, international organisations and startups to unlock their entrepreneurial potential and transform ideas from policy research into scalable ventures.
Our mission is to reimagine global problem‑solving by combining diplomatic strategy with innovation practices. Through research, design, engagement, and accelerator programs, Global Ideas Lab acts as a bridge between policy and innovation ecosystems.
Mission
Areas of work
Our areas of work are defined through our IDEAS framework - Innovation, Diplomacy, Entrepreneurship, Advocacy solutions.
We propel cutting-edge projects at the intersection of foreign policy, development cooperation and innovation, working with governments, international organisations, and think tanks to research, design venture solutions that harness technology, entrepreneurship, and creative problem-solving for global cooperation.
Innovation
Global Ideas Lab aims to be the “Embassy of Innovation” for startups, governments and international actors, helping them build pathways to navigate international ecosystems, providing resources to foster partnerships, and startup support.
We leverage digital diplomacy and public engagement to foster collaboration, transparency, and global dialogue.
Diplomacy
We champion entrepreneurship as a catalyst for global cooperation and innovation diplomacy. We empower entrepreneurs to engage with global challenges, bridge policy and practice, and co-create solutions into scalable ventures, across:
- Humanitarian Innovation
- Climate Action
- Tech in Global Governance
- Civic Engagement
- International Startup Policy
Entrepreneurship
We build diplomatic platforms for dialogue on emerging technologies, connecting governments, international organisations, and startups to shape policy frameworks that foster innovation and align with the evolving needs of the Australian and Indo-Pacific startup ecosystems.
Advocacy
We seek to be the one-stop shop incubating and accelerating ventures working on geopolitical issues, fostering diplomatic cooperation and entrepreneurial practices.
Kim Nguyen, founder
