Ma’an Social Incubator

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About the Current Challenge

Apply to MSI 7th cohort and provide innovative solutions to priorities relating to help solve social challenges for Sustainable Cities & Communities through your creativity and entrepreneurial skills..

This cohort’s focus will be on:

GREEN CITIES
& CIRCULAR ECONOMY

SUSTAINABLE
TRANSPORT

YOUR INCUBATION JOURNEY

1. Application

July 28 – Oct. 2 2022

Submit an application detailing your social venture and team details.

2. Shortlisting

Oct 2 – Oct 12 2022

Ma’an Incubation team will review all submitted and relevant applications against structured scoring criteria.

3. Pitch Day

Oct 12, 2022

Eligible teams will be invited to pitch before an expert Judging Committee.

Promising startups will be selected to join the cohort. All teams will be informed of their results.

4. Incubation

Oct 24 2022 – Mar 3 2023

The selected businesses will join the incubator program and receive funding and undergo class-led intensive learning sessions to develop and scale their ventures.

Who can apply

● 18 years and above
● Businesses with Innovative and scalable solutions
● Startups enhancing climate resilience through
innovative data and
community-based decision-making,
risk warning systems,
and risk management systems

● The transition to a fully circular economy requires
an overhaul of existing processes and structures
from businesses to citizens. Disruptive businesses
with a strong product are invited to apply

● Early-stage startup (product/solution fit)
● A fully-fledged team and business model validated
● Open to all nationalities – UAE and international
● Based in Abu Dhabi or willing to create social
impact in Abu Dhabi
● A committed team size with the capability to
dedicate resources to the program (2+ members)

● Businesses that are generating revenue or have
conducted at least one pilot initial market traction
or have a solid track record of partnerships/users

To be eligible for the Ma’an grant you must:
● Legally register in Abu Dhabi
● Create social impact for the Abu Dhabi community and/or specific target groups

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What we offer

Workshops & Training: Get immersed in hands-on and fully customized workshops geared towards scaling your business and validating your impact focus
Mentorship & coaching: Learn from the best coaches, mentors, in-house entrepreneurship leaders, and external industry experts worldwide
Market & Network Access: Access a global network of private and government partners to pilot your technology and explore other forms of deals and partnerships.
Access to investors: Get introduced to a diverse group of local and global investors.
Office space: Secure access to office spaces for 1 year through Ma’an
Funding: Become eligible to apply for grants of up to AED 200,000 each. If selected, grants will be disbursed based on clearly highlighted milestone achievements over a period of 1 year.
Post-program support: Receive alumni benefits

More About MSI

The Ma’an Social Incubator (MSI) is a dynamic and emerging hub
for social impact projects in Abu Dhabi that encourages
innovative solutions that address the full spectrum of social,
cultural, and environmental challenges.

Ma’an Social Incubator offers resources and support in the
form of investments, learning and development, mentorship,
and networking opportunities for successful applicants to help
them grow and thrive.