Dear Alumni,
We're delighted to announce the launch of the Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship (SWIF). Under the leadership of H.E. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, this transformative program is designed to empower a select cohort of 12 high-potential women founders from the UAE.
This fellowship offers a unique opportunity for exceptional women to elevate their ventures and create systemic change. Here's a look at the benefits for our Fellows:
- A Grant Pool: This 4-month journey includes a grant pool of AED 500,000, generously contributed by the family of the late Dr. Mahmoud Mohamed Fikri to fuel venture growth.
- Exclusive Access to Global Leaders: Connect with world-class mentors, VCs, and policy leaders through high-level dialogues and curated roadshows.
- Showcase & Visibility: Opportunities to showcase their ventures at the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 and other platforms.
- Powerful Network: Lifelong access to a powerful peer and alumni network anchored in Sharjah’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Key Dates
- Nominations & Applications Open: August 28, 2025 (Emirati Women’s Day)
- Deadline to Apply: October 5, 2025
- Cohort Announcement: October 29, 2025
- Program Duration: November 2025 – February 2026
How You Can Support
Your partnership is crucial to the success of this initiative. Here's how you can help us find the best talent:
- Nominate Founders: Identify and nominate outstanding women founders from your network who are ready to scale, demonstrate strong leadership, and are committed to making an impact in Sharjah.
- Share the Opportunity: Spread the word across your channels to ensure this unique journey reaches women leaders and innovators who can benefit the most.
🔗 Learn more & nominate here