The overall objectives of the project are to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Nagorny Karabakh and support innovative solutions to post-war issues. The specific objective of the project is to run our first Entrepreneurship Incubation Program that will:

1. Assist 12 to 15 entrepreneurs and startups to develop, validate and implement their social innovation ideas,
2. Connect entrepreneurs to a national and international community of entrepreneurs, mentors, and philanthropic investors
3. Raise awareness about role models of entrepreneurs in Nagorny Karabakh.

The incubation offers the unique ecosystem of Hub Artsakh and Impact Hub Yerevan, including:

1. Mentorship by entrepreneurs/professionals in their area of practice (each project will be matched with a mentor)
2. Membership at Hub Artsakh with access to an inspiring space & infrastructure, as well as the opportunity to work from Impact Hub Yerevan three days a month.
3. Peer-to-peer learning component and professional networking through facilitated events with a community of creative innovators
4. Learning curriculum designed for social impact startups, including trainings and workshops on financial management, legal management, team management, social entrepreneurship, idea validation, business modeling, fundraising, pitching and public speaking, etc.

* Please note: this incubation program does not include financial assistance