In April 2022, Google’s Women Techmakers in partnership with the Department of State is kicking off the second iteration of the Women Tech Founders Program.
This 7-week development program, aims to empower 50 women founders who are building tech startups in the Middle East and North Africa region by giving them access to startup-related training by Google, networking, and mentorship. The program will run virtually.
Key Application Criteria:
Applicant must be a woman leading a tech startup with
A technology-based product
At least acquired seed funding
Some level of market traction with their product/service
Legally registered in the Middle East and North Africa region
Application Timeline:
Applications Open – April 4, 2022
Applications Close – April 30, 2022
Founder Announcement – May 24th, 2022
Program Kickoff – June 7, 2022
Graduation – July 19th, 2022
Required Dates for *Virtual* Participation:
Session 1: June 7, 2022 (Finalists Only)
Networking Session: TBC June 13-17, 2022
Session 2: June 21, 2022 (Finalists Only)
Networking Session: TBC June 27 – July 1, 2022
Session 3: July 5th, 2022 (Finalists Only)
Networking Session: July 11-15, 2022
Session 4: July 19th, 2022 (Finalists Only)