What to know about D.C.’s first inclusive innovation incubator

On the edge of Howard University’s campus, there stands Washington, D.C.’s first affordable co-working incubator focused on diversity and inclusion. According to a press release, the Inclusive Innovation Incubator (In3) recently opened in partnership with Mayor Muriel Bowser and Howard University.

The incubator will be operated by Luma Lab, an education arm of Clearly Innovative. One notable past project by Clearly Innovative is the enhancement of the National Museum of African American History & Culture through a story-driven mobile application.

At In3, there will be networking events hosted as well as mentorships and strategic connections to investors and partners. Designed by Wingate Hughes Architects, In3 spans 8,000 square feet with nearly 60 work stations, 11 offices, four private offices, five classrooms, and an event space. There will also be free Wi-Fi.

In a statement, Founder and CEO of In3, Clearly Innovative, and Luma Lab Aaron Saunders said, “This is a life-long dream come true to see a space created that will specifically serve D.C.’s underrepresented tech entrepreneurs and residents who are working tirelessly, but have not been exposed to the right opportunities to move their businesses forward. In3 allows us to close the disparity gap in tech and level the playing field for underrepresented entrepreneurs and businesses.

In3 is located at 2301 Georgia Avenue NW.

• In3 [Official Website]

[UPDATE 4/23/17: A previous version of this article stated that In3 was the nation’s first affordable co-working incubator. The first were actually BLUE1647 in Chicago and Opportunity Hub in Atlanta.]