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Innovate For Refugees

Winners of the third edition announced. Click below to find out who they are.

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ABOUT INNOVATE FOR REFUGEES

Innovate for Refugees Competition (IFR) is a global competition for the best tech-driven solutions addressing the challenges faced by refugees across the globe. Launched on World Refugee Day in 2016 by the MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab, the competition awarded 12 solutions with over 240,000 USD in equity free investments. The third edition of Innovate for Refugees launches August 2018.

Why Apply

Coaching and Mentorship

Regional and International Exposure

Networking Opportunities

Cash Prizes

Eligibility Criteria

At least two members per team

At least one Arab national on the team

Solution is tech-driven

Addresses a challenge faced by displaced populations

Judging Criteria

Innovation

A creative technology based solution or business process

Scalability

A solution easily replicated and implemented regionally and globally

Team

The experience, added value, and relevance of each team member

Financial Sustainability

The ability to maintain the solution financially on the long term

Impact

The extent to which the product positively benefits the lives of refugees across the globe

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Founded in 2005 and affiliated with the prestigious MIT University, the MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab is a not for profit avid promoter of entrepreneurship and innovation worldwide. With offices in Beirut and Dubai, our mission is to develop and nurture a culture of entrepreneurship across the Arab region. The MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab has a proven track record in promoting MIT-style entrepreneurship through its solid platform that was developed over 10 years, enabling it to empower entrepreneurs by providing opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, showcasing businesses, coaching, and mentoring.

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$250K

Equity Free Investment

3000+

Solutions Submitted

50+

Participating Countries

25%

Refugee Participants

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