Our Commitment to Integrity
Yunus Combinator is built on the ethical foundations laid by Dr. Muhammad Yunus. We believe trust is the currency of nation-building.
"We believe in the inherent honesty of human beings. Given the right environment, people will do the right thing."— Dr. Muhammad Yunus
Guiding Principles
Impact First
Social impact is our north star. We measure success by lives changed, not just returns generated.
Full Transparency
Our operations, funding decisions, and governance are open to scrutiny. Trust is earned through openness.
Fair Access
No pedigree bias. We evaluate ideas and commitment, not university rankings or family connections.
Zero Corruption
We maintain strict ethical standards. No bribes, no favoritism, no hidden agendas.
Inclusive by Design
Special focus on women founders, rural entrepreneurs, and underrepresented communities.
Bangladesh First
We prioritize startups solving local problems, building capacity for national development.
Our Commitments
Blind review process for applications where possible
Diverse selection committee with representation from all regions
Public reporting of cohort demographics and outcomes
Grievance mechanism for founders and stakeholders
Annual third-party audit of operations
No conflict of interest in investment decisions
Social Business Monetization
Yunus Combinator operates as a social business. Our revenue model is aligned with the principles Dr. Yunus established:
What We Do
- No upfront application fees
- Small equity stake (2-5%) or success-based contribution
- Surplus reinvested into the program
Our Supporters
- Banks and financial institutions (CSR)
- Telecom companies
- NGOs and development foundations
Our goal is sustainability, not profit maximization.
Have concerns about our operations or want to report an issue?
integrity@yunuscombinator.com