The Corridor

Dubai–Slemani Innovation Programme
Mentorship and market access connecting Kurdistan-based start-ups with DIFC Innovation Hub in Dubai.
DIFC Innovation Hub and The Foundation

This innovation programme brings together DIFC Innovation Hub and The Foundation Society for Development to enable meaningful collaboration and cross-border exchange.

The programme is a structured mentorship and market access initiative that connects start-ups in the Kurdistan Region with one of the largest start-up ecosystems in the MEASA region: DIFC Innovation Hub. It is designed to strengthen the Kurdistan Region's start-up landscape by pairing local founders with targeted mentorship, corporate introductions and direct access to the UAE market.