Contest - Francophone University Agency - French-speaking women entrepreneurs in the MENA region
The Agence Française Universitaire (Francophone University Agency) in Beirut is thrilled to announce the launch of a remarkable contest for French-speaking women entrepreneurs in the Middle East. The contest aims at supporting innovative projects by women entrepreneurs from the region, specifically focused on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups. With a grant of up to 10,000 euros, this contest seeks to empower and foster the growth of French-speaking women entrepreneurs in the Middle East, with a special invitation extended to talented women from Palestine.
Contest Details
Eligibility:
To qualify for the contest, your project must meet the following criteria:
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Innovativeness: Your project should embody a non-technological or technological innovation.
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Uniqueness: The product or service you offer must be new to the target market, without any equivalents currently available.
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Novelty in production: The method of producing your goods or providing services should be new.
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Novelty in raw materials: The raw materials used in the production of your product or service should be new.
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Novelty in outlets: Your proposed distribution channels for the product or service should be new.
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Validation: Your project must have been validated by a sample of your target audience, with evidence provided through questionnaires, interviews, focus groups, or other validation methods.
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Competitive analysis: Your project should have undergone a competitive analysis to effectively address existing competition, whether direct or indirect.
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Growth potential: Your project must demonstrate growth potential and long-term replicability.
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Financial viability: Your project should be financially viable and profitable.
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Business concept maturity: Your submission must exhibit a clear and well-developed business concept.
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Language requirement: Applications and submissions must be in French.
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Thoughtful planning: Your project should be carefully thought through.
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Establishment age: Your project should be less than two years old.
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Job creation potential: Your project must demonstrate potential for job creation.
Incubation Support and Benefits
The winners of this contest will receive comprehensive support through a six-month incubation program. This support includes training, coaching, accommodation, and more. It is important to note that the costs associated with the incubation program, amounting to 15% of the grant, will be deducted accordingly. The incubation period will provide an exceptional opportunity for the winners to refine and develop their projects, with guidance and resources offered throughout.
Application Deadline and Submission
To be considered for this incredible opportunity, please submit your applications in French on their website before 22/06. Further information and details about the contest are available in French .
