UAE: ‘Ma’an’ launches 8th Social Incubator programme

UAE: ‘Ma’an’ launches 8th Social Incubator programme

ABU DHABI - The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an has launched the 8th Social Incubator programme, Youth for Climate Action, to support social impact startups in developing solutions to environmental challenges.

Aligning internationally with goal 13 – Climate Change of UN Sustainable Development Goals, and locally with the vision of the Year of Sustainability, UAE Net Zero, first national drive to achieve net zero emissions in the MENA region, as well as the upcoming COP28 UAE, reemphasises Abu Dhabi’s commitment to sustainable innovation.

As part of a three-year partnership to develop Abu Dhabi as the global centre of social innovation, Ma’an and startAD, powered by Tamkeen and anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, have teamed up to offer a unique chance for early-stage entrepreneurs to develop their social impact startups and scale into social enterprises.

Dedicated to encouraging and enabling new enterprises to develop breakthrough solutions to social, cultural, and environmental challenges, the latest cohort will focus on increasing youth participation and their contribution to climate action.

As part of the cohort, MSI will host 10-12 promising startups twice a year and provide them with numerous resources for networking and mentorship, creating a dynamic work environment built on collaboration and innovation in which teams