The Sanad Youth Foundation and the Aga Khan Foundation have launched the Scale Up industrial 2026 accelerator program to support the growth of emerging industrial startups across Syria. This program is designed for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to establish and scale their own production lines.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Accelerator Program
- For: Industrial startups and entrepreneurs in Syria (Aleppo, Damascus, Hama, Homs, and the Coast)
- Key Benefits: Funding up to 230 million SYP, intensive training, and expert mentorship
- Application Deadline: Not specified
- Location: Hybrid (Initial training is online for participants outside Aleppo)
Accelerator Program Overview
Scale Up is an intensive program aimed at helping entrepreneurs implement clear strategies to achieve tangible profits and reach a stage of rapid growth and expansion. Believing that bold ideas can create real change, the program seeks to strengthen the concept of entrepreneurship and provide necessary support to innovative young people. The program includes intensive workshops and training sessions that last for a maximum of 40 days, along with continuous advisory and guidance sessions from specialized mentors.
Key Benefits
- Funding: A chance for 12-14 selected projects to receive funding of up to 230 million Syrian pounds.
- Intensive Training: Participate in workshops and training sessions for up to 40 days to develop your business.
- Expert Mentorship: Receive continuous guidance and advisory sessions from mentors specialized in your project’s field.
- Strategic Growth: Get practical and effective support to develop clear strategies for achieving profitability and scaling your operations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be owners of an existing industrial project.
- Applicants must be based in one of the following Syrian governorates: Aleppo, Damascus, Hama, Homs, or the Syrian Coast.
- Entrepreneurs must have the ambition to establish and grow their own production line within their own factory.
How to Apply
Interested entrepreneurs can apply by completing the online application form. Please ensure your answers are clear and accurately reflect your project, as the program is seeking serious and creative founders. The estimated time to complete the form is 20-30 minutes.
Apply here: https://app.virtualaccelerate.com/application-forms/KBFMJR6A/?lang=sy
About Sanad Youth Foundation and Aga Khan Foundation
The Scale Up program is a partnership between the Sanad Youth Foundation and the Aga Khan Foundation. Through this initiative, they are dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and providing meaningful support to creative young individuals who aim to build the next generation of innovative industrial startups in Syria.
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