Masawa

Masawa is a venture capital fund that invests in seed-stage European startups focused on mental health and wellness. They employ a "Nurture Capital" approach that prioritizes founder wellbeing and organizational health, believing it minimizes risk, enhances returns (both financial and social), and contributes to sustainable success. They believe the current investment model often exploits founders, leading to failure, and that a human-centric approach grounded in scientific evidence is crucial. Masawa sees a significant market opportunity in the mental wellness space, estimating it to be a $400B market, fueled by the increasing awareness of mental health needs accelerated by the pandemic. Their investment strategy encompasses mental illness cures, mental wellness improvement, and addressing the social determinants of mental health.