Creative Industries Program
Ideation Round 2023
About the Program
Our ideation rounds are dedicated to supporting idea stage entrepreneurs operating in the handicrafts and performing arts sectors. It aims to provide participants with a platform to gain fundamental entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in order to further develop their ideas into scalable and sustainable models that can have a positive impact on society.
These rounds are part of El Garage program which aims to revive the appreciation of Egyptian identity, art, culture, and history using social entrepreneurship as a main tool.
The program is supported by Drosos Foundation and implemented by Nahdet El Mahrousa.
Time left until deadline (deadline extended to May 13)
Benefits and Services
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Business skills, like helping candidates build a clear and solid business model, analyze their potential customers, and manage their finances.
2
Legal advice and consultations
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Financial awards up to 15k EGP for winning ideas
4
Access to a co-working space
5
Networking opportunities
Eligibility Criteria
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Applicants should have a well-defined startup idea in the performing arts or handicrafts sectors with a clear social and/or environmental impact
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The founders of the idea should have at least a preliminary plan to execute the idea
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The founders should be Egyptians between 21-35 years old
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The team of founders should include a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 5 individuals
Round Stages
All applications will be reviewed against the below-mentioned criteria. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted in April and invited for interviews shortly after.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a 4/5-day bootcamp to ideate/validate their business model.
As part of our dedication to prioritizing the health and safety of our participants, some activities will be held online. Participants will be informed ahead.
Startups will pitch in front of a selection panel. And 5 teams will be awarded 15,000 EGP
Interested startups will have access to up to two consultations on business models and/or for legal advice within 6 months of selection.
How to Apply?
Fill in the application form below (in English or Arabic) and submit it by April 21, 2023. (extended to April 29)
If you have any questions contact us at apply@nahdetelmahrousa.org
About Drosos
Drosos Foundation is committed to enabling disadvantaged people to live a life of dignity. Together with partner organizations, it develops and supports projects that have a direct bearing on the effective and sustainable improvement of living conditions, and seeks, wherever it is involved, a long-term impact.
Drosos Foundation focuses on the development of life skills of disadvantaged children, young people and young adults through promoting creativity and economic independence. It is convinced that life and technical skills are key elements in personal development as they empower individuals to take control of their lives and make a positive contribution within their community.
Drosos Foundation was established in Switzerland in 2003. It owes its existence to a private endowment and is acknowledged as a non-profit organization. It is ideologically, politically and religiously independent. The Foundation is active in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine and Tunisia as well as in Switzerland and in the eastern parts of Germany.