Ramallah's Inclusive & Creative City Challenge Opens Applications for Innovators
The Ramallah Municipality, through its Makani Innovation Hub, has announced the launch of the Inclusive & Creative City Challenge. This new program, implemented in partnership with Flow Accelerator and GIZ, is designed to transform the city’s urban challenges into innovative, creative, and community-driven solutions.
Program Overview and Mission
The Inclusive & Creative City Challenge aims to foster a unique collaborative environment by directly connecting entrepreneurs with the real-world challenges faced by the city. The program will engage municipal employees to present these challenges, while also raising community awareness and encouraging residents to participate in co-creating effective solutions.
The Innovation Journey
Participants in the challenge will be guided through a structured innovation journey designed to develop their ideas into tangible solutions. This journey will include:
Hands-on workshops to refine concepts and strategies.
Specialized training sessions to build necessary skills.
A final demo day, providing a platform to showcase the developed solutions.
Who Can Participate?
This challenge is a call to action for all creative minds and problem-solvers who want to make a tangible impact on their city. It invites participation from:
Entrepreneurs and startups.
Technology enthusiasts and innovators.
Urban planners, designers, and community activists.
Anyone with an innovative idea to solve Ramallah's urban challenges.
How to Get Involved
Interested individuals and teams can apply here
About the Partners
This initiative is driven by a strong local and international partnership:
Ramallah Municipality & Makani Innovation Hub: The public initiators of the challenge, providing the real-world problems and civic framework.
Flow Accelerator: A leading Palestinian accelerator providing the expertise in startup development and program implementation.
GIZ: The German development agency, supporting the initiative as part of its commitment to sustainable urban development.
Looking Ahead
The Inclusive & Creative City Challenge represents a forward-thinking approach to civic innovation. By harnessing the collective creativity of its entrepreneurs and community members, Ramallah is paving the way for a more inclusive, innovative, and collaborative urban future.
Source: Flow Accelerator