APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 17th 2017
WeMENA is building resilience across the region by connecting women entrepreneurs and innovators, and empowering them with Silicon Valley mentors, resources, learning, connections, and $150,000 in cash grants. Could it be you?
For this round, WeMENA is looking for entrepreneurs whose ideas build resilience in one or more of the following cities: Beirut, Byblos, Ramallah, Amman, Cairo, Alexandria, Tunis, Casablanca.
Categories:
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AGRICULTURE & FOOD SECURITY
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SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & THE ENVIRONMENT
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WATER & SANITATION
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URBAN DEVELOPMENT (TRANSPORTATION, INFRASTRUCTURE, HOUSING)
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GOVERNANCE AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
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HEALTHCARE & DISEASE PREVENTION
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TECHNOLOGY, FINTECH & SMART CITIES
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ECONOMICS & SOCIETY
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DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
Timeline:
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Jan 17
Submissions Close
Submissions close and judging period starts. -
Feb 20
Top 200 Winners Announced
200 women entrepreneurs will be notified to join WeMENA200, a network for training and mentorship. -
Feb 20 – Mar 20
Mentorship & Training for 200 Winners
WeMENA200 will develop their project ideas with guidance and resources from mentors. -
Mar 20
Announce Final 30 Winners
30 finalists will be selected to pitch at the Grand Finale event. -
Apr 15
Top Finalists Pitch at Grand Finale EventTop 3 winners will be selected to win a share of $150,000 prize money.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the WeMENA WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS FOR A RESILIENT FUTURE