Abu Dhabi ECA and Techstars partnership opens doors for Anjal Z Founder Catalyst Program

Abu Dhabi ECA and Techstars partnership opens doors for Anjal Z Founder Catalyst Program

- Industry experts and AED 620,000 equity free grants awaiting key innovators

Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates – The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) – in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) – has opened applications for this year’s Anjal Z Techstars Founder Catalyst Program where selected startups will receive a bespoke journey backed with mentorships from industry leaders and up to AED 620,000 of equity-free grants through ADIO to enable these companies to provide their services in Abu Dhabi.

This year’s program is launched in collaboration with Techstars – a renowned worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed – with the aim to help startups develop innovative technology in Abu Dhabi to address challenges facing the next generation. The Anjal Z Founder Catalyst Program is one of the only startup programs in the world focused on solving challenges related to early childhood development through innovation.

Powered by the ECA and driven by its vision to promote the health, confidence, and values in a safe, family friendly Abu Dhabi, the program will empower early as well as growth-stage global startups to provide solutions that tackle critical challenges faced during early childhood development, from prenatal stages up to the age of eight.