iktashef UK is a multiday tailor-made programme that aims to bring a delegation of innovative Palestinian-led tech companies and start-ups to the UK.

The iktashef UK programme aims to expose Palestinian delegates to the UK entrepreneurial ecosystem while also establishing initial connections to build and grow their professional network in the UK. During the programme, delegates will meet with a range of experts in the UK, such as investors, accelerator managers, the Palestinian diaspora, and others.

Join iktashef UK

The UK Palestinian Tech Hub is excited to invite representatives from Palestinian tech companies to participate and exhibit in the UK's largest and most influential tech event, London Tech Week.

Whether you are a start-up, scale-up, or established company, apply today for your chance to join, learn, and connect at London Tech Week taking place between 10-12 June 2024.

This delegation of iktashef UK is being conducted in partnership with the Palestinian Information Technology Association of Companies (PITA).

Why Apply?

  • A booth to exhibit and present your company during London Tech Week at either the Start-up or Enterprise zones. The cost of reserving, designing, and constructing the booths and access to the event will be covered by the Tech Hub.

  • An opportunity to meet and connect with a wide range of influentual investors and business and tech leaders in the UK and from around the world.

  • Media coverage and promotion of your company and the solutions it provides.

Participating companies will be responsible for covering their visa, accomodation, and all travel-related expenses.

Selection Criteria

Applicants with the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

  1. Registered as a legal entity.

  2. A company with a technology-based solution (product or service) and at least have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or unique technological service.

  3. Company representative that can communicate in English.

Preference will be given to more mature companies. For example, companies with existing customers or those who have raised investment. Preference will also be given to companies who have not taken part in the London Tech Week 2023 delegation.

Applications from women, individuals from marginlised areas, and people with disabilities are encouraged. We provide equal opportunities and welcome applications from all.

The deadline for applying was Tuesday, 2 April 2024 at 23:59 (Palestine time UTC+2). Applications are now closed. We thank you for your interest.

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