The Founder Institute, the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the TEST MENA 2026 New Curriculum program!
If you could use a structured process and a lifetime of support from MENA's top investors and entrepreneurs to build a startup, then apply to the TEST MENA 2026 New Curriculum Founder Institute today.
Since 2009, our highly-structured accelerator programs have helped entrepreneurs at the earliest stages grow quickly, know what to do next, and make connections with the largest community of startup advisors.
To celebrate the launch, the Founder Institute will host several free online startup events in MENA, where you can learn from top entrepreneurs:
- How to Find the First Customers for Your Startup Idea: 7:00pm, Aug 11, 2026 (Asia/Baghdad): https://FI.co/e/403309
- How to Get Customer Feedback on your Startup Idea in the Age of AI: 7:00pm, Aug 18, 2026 (Asia/Baghdad): https://FI.co/e/403467
- [Restricted] VIP Pitch Lounge: Pitch Live and Get Feedback from Investors & Advisors: 7:00pm, Sep 08, 2026 (Asia/Baghdad): https://FI.co/e/401213
- How to Create a Great First Startup Pitch using AI: 3:30am, Sep 15, 2026 (Asia/Baghdad): https://FI.co/e/403606
The MENA program is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including .
In addition, some of MENA's top investors, entrepreneurs, and CEOs will be participating in the program, providing them with expert feedback and evaluation. The list of startup mentors for the MENA Founder Institute includes:
- And many more to be announced.
Join us in MENA to build a great company in 2026.
Apply to the TEST MENA 2026 New Curriculum Founder Institute today, or learn more at FI.co/overview.
