The West Bank Tech Boost, funded by MEPI and implemented by Leaders International, helps Palestinian startups strengthen their business models and access international opportunities.
The program will select high-potential startups to receive tailored training, mentorship, and sub-grants to support their international market entry and growth over a period of 12 weeks.
Strengthen your startup’s readiness to enter international markets.
Enhance your business model, investment readiness, and market strategy.
Build international partnerships and gain visibility with investors abroad.
A structured pathway to help Palestinian tech startups expand globally.
Each startup will undergo an assessment to evaluate its readiness for global scaling, covering product, operations, marketing, and investment preparedness.
A 12-week structured accelerator providing advanced training on international market entry, investor pitching, legal and financial readiness, and global marketing.
One-on-one mentorship with regional and international experts to refine your market entry and investor engagement strategies.
Selected startups will receive financial support to execute their market access plans and expand to target markets.
Access to international connections, including investors, business partners, and international peers.
Startups must meet the following requirements to apply.
Ideal startups that match the following criteria:
Key benefits provided to support your startup’s regional and global expansion.
Customized expert support aligned with your startup’s growth stage and needs.
Insights and support from regional and international mentors and specialists.
Opportunities to connect with investors and strategic business partners.
Enhanced exposure to global markets and networking with international peers.
Funding support to implement your market-entry strategy and expand globally.
A structured journey guiding startups from selection to global exposure.
Open call for applications, evaluation, and selection of 12 startups.
November 2025
Selection and vetting process
December 2025
Conduct detailed internationalization assessments for selected startups.
January 2026
12-week structured program focused on global readiness and investment capacity.
January – March 2026
Ongoing mentorship and sub-grant disbursement to support market access plans.
February – April 2026
Facilitation of international linkages and participation in global startup events.
April 2026