DIASPORA FOR LEBANON: SUPPORTING AGRICULTURE AND GREEN SECTORS IN LEBANON

Eligibility Criteria for Diaspora for Lebanon MSMEs

  • Be registered in Lebanon (or actively in the process of formal registration).
  • Be working within the Agriculture, Agri-business, or Green sectors. The company could offer solutions related to water sanitation or management, waste management, energy, or food safety.
  • Be developing products or services that could potentially address the ongoing crisis.
  • Drive positive social or environmental impact.
  • Have demonstrated traction in their respective fields.
  • Have majority of its labor force based in Lebanon.
  • Have founding members of diverse backgrounds, with a preference for young, aspiring entrepreneurs.
  • Be able to commit to the two-year programme.

Apply by November 29 to join our January 2025 cohort—don’t miss your chance!

 

The MSMEs enrolled in the programme will receive the following support throughout the next two years:

 

  1. 44 hours of individualised, one-on-one coaching per year by dedicated professionals.
  2. Up to $36,000 in financial grants over 2 years upon successful completion of predetermined milestones.
  3. Tailored group training sessions and specialised technical assistance.
  4. Access to internship and/or knowledge exchange opportunities during the summer with LIFE scholars. 
  5. Exclusive access to the LIFE network.

For additional information and inquiries regarding the Diaspora for Lebanon project, please do not hesitate to reach out to Tana Haidar, the Project Manager for the LIFE x DROSOS FOUNDATION project, at thaidar@lifelebanon.com.

 

The Selected Companies for 2024’s Cohort

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Cultiva transforms agricultural waste into organic products that are an eco-friendly and sustainable alternative to conventional chemical fertilizers while providing essential nutrients for agricultural growth.

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ECO-ganic fosters food security and promotes self-sufficiency via collecting native, original heirloom seeds.

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REMER creators of a soil inoculant to regenerate soil biodiversity to promote sustainable agriculture.

Cultiva Image SmartLand SAL specializes in building cutting-edge smart irrigation and fertigation systems, empowering farmers to precisely manage water, nutrients, and crop care.
Cultiva Image Sustain Ability SAL provides a holistic waste management solution that includes initiatives such as recyclable waste collection, cash for trash, and street clean-up initiatives.
Cultiva Image ULEAP assists youth in acquiring the necessary skills through hands-on job training and job placement within the renewable energy industry

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