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▪ Economic Empowerment.
Salma Gharama, Social Entrepreneurship Division Director – The Authority of Social Contribution –
Ma’an, said the incubator seeks to empower entrepreneurs and social startups with “the tools,
resources and support to implement their ideas.”
The programme, certified by Majra – the National CSR Fund with the ‘Verified Sustainable Impact
Project Stamp, will support 30 start-ups in the upcoming cohorts, providing them with resources for
networking and mentorship.
The selected teams will also gain access to funding based on milestone achievements, workshops,
training, mentorship and coaching, alongside access to network with private and government
partners.
Other benefits include workspaces, tech discounts, masterclasses, endorsements for the UAE
golden visa, and post-programme support, organisers outlined.
“Fifty percent of the world’s population lives in urban settings now, and that number is expected to
grow to 67% by 2050,” said Ramesh Jagannathan, Managing Director, startAD, said. “Imagine the
scale of how that would affect our societies. Abu Dhabi has consistently demonstrated the vision,
investment of resources, and commitment to nurture the most cutting-edge and impactful
innovation worldwide to build truly smart and sustainable cities that address the social well-being
of all residents.”
https://esgmena.com/2024/08/22/maan-social-incubator-launches-to-drive-social-impact/
