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Abu Dhabi launches new ‘Social Accelerator Programme’

Monday, 21 December 2020 08:00

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A new 'Social Accelerator Programme' is being launched in Abu Dhabi, to strengthen the sector, help startups and attract global social enterprises to operate in the emirate.

The initiative is being run by the Authority of Social Contribution - Ma'an.

The scheme will include one-to-one mentoring, local market access and free office space.

It also offers a three-month virtual programme focusing on mental well-being.

Six enterprises from six countries have already been selected to take part.

.@maanabudhabi has launched the ‘Social Accelerator Programme’, which aims to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s social sector by enhancing the impact of social enterprises in #AbuDhabi and attracting impactful global social enterprises to operate in the emirate. pic.twitter.com/T3Cg5A8oHL
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) December 20, 2020

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