MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship 2022 for Inspiring Founders

The MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship 2022 is now accepting applications.

Thanks to the backing of the State Department and Amazon Web Services, Halcyon is thrilled to introduce their wholly in-region intensive for the MENA region, the first of its kind (AWS).

This fellowship will bring together visionary entrepreneurs from around the Middle East and North Africa for cross-border cooperation, network building, and venture creation.

Halcyon is a community that provides space, community, and access to impact-driven enterprises and their creators. Their programs provide impact-driven innovators with fellowships and financial options to help them expand their businesses.

Benefits

While intensive programming is customized for each cohort, there are a few things that are guaranteed:

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing credits worth $25,000 USD
  • AWS will provide further technical assistance.
  • A world-class network of mentors and advisers is available to you.
  • Training on important business skills and aspects on a one-on-one basis
  • Become a part of a global impact community.
  • entrepreneurs who are driven by their passion
  • Legal assistance on a pro gratis basis
  • Per venture, a $3,000 USD travel stipend is provided.

Requirements for the MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship 2022

To be considered for the MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship in 2022, you must:

  • You must live in the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region and base your business there. Your startup can focus on any industry as long as it is an early-stage impact-driven enterprise (one that promotes social and/or environmental benefit in addition to financial success).
  • Must be the CEO and/or have main decision-making authority in the creation and administration of the venture’s growth and strategic vision.
    During the residency phase (June 26, 2022 – June 30, 2022), you must be able to devote 100% of your time to the enterprise.
  • To attend the in-region residence (June 26, 2022-June 30, 2022 / Location to be announced shortly!) you must be able to travel inside the MENA area.
  • Must be able to communicate well in English.
  • By the commencement of the program, you must be at least 21 years old.
  • You can apply alone or with up to one Co-Founder who fits the aforementioned criteria.
  • Must be willing to contribute to Halcyon’s fellow community’s growth and development

To be considered for the MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship in 2022, your project:

  • must be an original idea
  • It must be a self-contained or autonomous business that is not controlled by an existing company.
  • Must have plans for a long-term revenue strategy based on the sale of a core product or service.
  • It must be a for-profit or hybrid business with a primary goal of demonstrable social and/or environmental improvement.
  • It may not be a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Criteria for Selection

  • Impact: As a fundamental component of their venture, successful candidates demonstrate a major effect. They look for effect in terms of both the primary product or service’s impact and the model’s scalability to extend that impact.
  • Problem/Solution: Is your business able to recognize a real and pressing issue and offer a realistic solution? Strong applications articulate a pain point effectively and narrowly, as well as outline a solution that addresses the pain issue.
  • Sustainability: They’re searching for impact-oriented social initiatives that market a core product or service.
  • Execution:  The application is your initial introduction; make a good first impression. Successful candidates have a large picture in mind, but they also pay close attention to the details.
  • Innovation: What makes your answer to a problem distinct from others? What distinguishes you from the competition? They prize bold ideas that question the existing quo and help solve 21st-century problems. Consider the possibilities!
  • Talent. Do you have what it takes to take your business to the next level? Vision, intellect, resilience, and follow-through are all qualities that stand out among strong applicants.

How to Apply for the MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship 2022

The deadline to apply for the 2022 MENA Halcyon/AWS Intensive Fellowship is April 9, 2022.

To apply, go to this link.

Visit Halcyon for additional information.

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