Don’t miss…IGNITE Istanbul
Stichting SPARK
For over thirty years, SPARK has been supporting vulnerable youth in fragile places to rebuild and create jobs
This month SPARK’s event series, ‘IGNITE’, returns with the IGNITE Istanbul conference, powered by Qatar Fund for Development and Qatar Charity . We’re discussing building resilience among youth, jobseekers, entrepreneurs and businesses.
Hear from our expert: Simon van Melick, CEO
SPARK’s CEO, Simon van Melick , took to the stage last week at the prestigious Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development ( DIHAD Conference and Exhibition ) to underscore the critical role of youth in the economic development of regions affected by conflict and crisis.
Webinar: Access to Finance for Technology Ventures
Okan Altasli , Stichting SPARK ’s Private Sector Partnership Coordinator, shared his insights and experiences in a webinar titled “Access to Finance for Technology Ventures”, providing invaluable guidance on navigating the landscape of venture capital and funding opportunities.
More from our global programmes
Palestine: Relaunch of Tech Skills Programme
The Palestine Launchpad programme is back after a temporary pause due to the conflict, receiving over 1,500 applicants. The programme offers fully funded Nanodegree scholarships in AI, data analysis and web development. Designed to empower young Palestinians with essential tech skills, it also provides flexible learning schedules, mentorship, and job placement support.
Iraq: Don’t Leave…Fix it!
As part of our "Don’t Leave...Fix it!" campaign under the Networks of Change II project in Kurdistan Region of Iraq, an initiative funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, our campaigners raised awareness encouraging them to invest in self-improvement and distributed free self-improvement books in Qaladiza town.
Entrepreneur of the Month: Meet Ralph and Hussein
“Startups in Lebanon face a challenge of [a lack of] mentorship. It is not easy to start [a business] without guidance that allows us to know what steps we need to take, to keep going forward…”
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Ralph and Hussein, both aged 21, co-founded RobotX. Joining the Startup Roadshow 4 competition, the paid secured mentorship, skills and funding, propelling them to the top 10 startups.
Rwanda: MSMEs Receiving Loans
MSMEs have received training on how to access loans from SPARK’s partner, Equity Bank. These training programmes enhance entrepreneur’s skills in advanced record-keeping, loan management and savings for investment. The sessions serve as a proactive measure to assist MSMEs in achieving their desired outcomes as effective support actively guides and empowers business-owners toward success.
Libya: Entrepreneurial Dialogues in Benghazi
SPARK and Asarya Business Incubator recently organised dialogue sessions in Benghazi, where entrepreneurs engaged with experts to address startup challenges in Libya. Topics included strategies for overcoming obstacles and the potential for tech-business and digital transformation in the country.
Jordan: Access to New Markets" Conference by SPARK and Sarh Group
Stichting SPARK and Sarh Int. Training ??? ???????? ??????? recently organised a conference under the Skills Training Education Programme (STEP), funded by the Islamic Development Bank and the Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Refugee Education Fund. The event supported Jordanian companies to access new markets and embrace digital transformation. Panel discussions covered strategies for growth and showcased experiences of supported companies.
Palestine: Supporting Sustainable Urban Development in Palestine
As part of our EU-funded ‘From Innovation to Creation’ programme, we are delighted to announce the conclusion of our Speeder project at Palestine Techno Park, paving the way for sustainable urban development in Palestine!
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