People + Possibilities | Visa
Everyone deserves an equal chance
We’re committed to addressing the issues impacting women, people of color, people of determination and everyone from diverse communities because everyone deserves an equal chance at economic prosperity.
Creating possibilities for everyone, everywhere
Every day, we’re finding new ways to include more individuals, communities and small businesses in the global economy.
$200 million committed towards Equitable Access
Visa Foundation pledged $200 million over five years to its Equitable Access Initiative supporting gender diverse and inclusive small and microbusinesses around the world. As part of the initiative, the Foundation will provide $60 million in grants and $140 million in impact investments with a gender and diversity lens.
$10,000 grants with She’s Next
Through our ongoing She’s Next grant programme, we’re giving black female founders $10,000 grants to help them run and grow their businesses.
A more inclusive world starts with innovation
Innovation is everywhere
From innovation centres worldwide to accelerators for start-ups in the payments space, we’re including more people in the global economy through technology.
SMEs provide more than 40% of the world’s GDP
SMEs account for more than 40% of the world’s workforce.¹
Black-owned businesses innovate to shrink the racial wealth gap
Kinly is helping Black American families build generational wealth for the Black community.
2021 and beyond
We’re building an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated and drive success within our company.
What we’re doing right now
- Creating new programmes to support under-represented talent
- Enhancing the talent experience for underrepresented groups
- Expanding inclusion and allyship training
- Investing $10M² in the Visa Black Scholars and Jobs programme
Our Promise
What We Stand For
Leading By Example
Visa opens doors all over the world so more people can participate in the economy
SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES
Empowering underserved communities and supporting local economies everywhere
PRESERVING OUR PLANET
Committed to driving sustainable commerce as we work towards a more sustainable future
FOOTNOTES
- ¹ Visa (2021) The Visa Back to Business Study 2021 Outlook.
- ² Visa. (2020 16 July). Black Lives Matter: Visa commits to further action and accountability.