Ya Hala for Food Industries invites Palestinian students to participate in the WasteLess Challenge, an innovation competition designed to create smart and sustainable solutions for the food production sector. This is an opportunity for young innovators to collaborate, develop impactful solutions, and build their professional networks.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Innovation Challenge
- For: Palestinian Undergraduate & Master’s Students (in teams of 3)
- Key Benefits: Financial awards, Training, Networking, Trip to AINAC 2026 Conference
- Application Deadline: June 20, 2026
- Location: Palestine / Jordan
Challenge Overview
The WasteLess Challenge brings together innovation, sustainability, and technology to address real-world issues in food production. Participants will work in teams to develop practical ideas that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support smarter, more sustainable processes within the food industry.
Key Benefits
- Win financial awards and receive valuable training opportunities.
- Gain exposure to and network with experts in the technology and industrial sectors.
- Finalist teams will get the chance to attend the AINAC 2026 Conference in Jordan in December.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be Palestinian Undergraduate or Master’s students.
- Applications must be submitted by teams of three participants.
Key Dates
- Applications Open: June 7, 2026
- Submission Deadline: June 20, 2026
- Final Presentations: July 10–11, 2026
How to Apply
Interested teams can apply by filling out the official application form before the deadline. The application must be completed entirely in one language, either Arabic or English.
The deadline to apply is June 20, 2026. Apply here.
About Ya Hala for Food Industries
Ya Hala for Food Industries is an organization focused on tackling real-world challenges in the food production sector by bringing together innovation, sustainability, technology, and smart industrial solutions.
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