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The Social Accelerator

The Hebrew University’s flagship program for social entrepreneurship

Do you have an idea for a social enterprise burning in your stomach? Have you started working on a project but don’t know how to move forward? Want to learn how to do it the right way? Join us now!

About The Program

The social accelerator helps entrepreneurs turn an idea into reality and establish the next social enterprise that will affect our society and improve the student experience on campus.

What is social entrepreneurship?

Social entrepreneurship involves developing innovative solutions to social and environmental problems and implementing them in the real world.
Over the years, graduates of the Social Accelerator have established projects that create a positive impact on our world, including: Shot-tech, Politicaiot-tzeirot, ForStart, Politikal, Nitzanei Tzameret and more.

Tracks

This year, we are offering the opportunity to participate in one of two tracks:

Social Entrepreneurship track - General

Participants in this track will explore environmental and social issues across various domains. The emphasis is on any idea that can improve our society, without being restricted to a specific field.

Social Entrepreneurship track - Diversity

Participants in this track will explore issues related to diversity and inclusion on campus (culturally, socially, and religiously) or will be part of a team with diverse backgrounds. The participants will take part in an orientation day before the program begins and receive guidance from the Unit for Diversity and Inclusion. Two selected teams will receive funding to launch initial pilots at the Hebrew University, with grants of ₪15,000 and ₪10,000 (the funds are provided as reimbursements).

What will you gain from the program?

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What's in the program?

The program includes 6 practical workshops, a tour day, mentorship meetings & personal consultations, interaction with entrepreneurs, and a final presentation event where participants will present their ventures in front of judges. The program meetings will be held on Wednesdays from 17:00 to 20:30 at the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship offices located in the Safra-Givat Ram Campus.

Who Can Participate?

Individuals or groups of 2-4 entrepreneurs from any academic background who want to acquire tools and establish a social venture. Priority is given to groups that include individuals from diverse backgrounds.

FAQ

Is an Entrepreneurial Background Required?

No, relevant content will be taught during the program.

Can I register without an idea?

No, participants must identify a problem and consider how to solve it as a prerequisite for registration. We are here to assist you in identifying needs and developing initial ideas.

What does it cost?

The program is absolutely free. ASPER- HUJI Innovate is the innovation and entrepreneurship center of the Hebrew University, and we operate the Social Accelerator program to benefit the Hebrew University community free of charge.

I have more questions

For further questions, feel free to contact Lihi Nachum, Entrepreneurship Programs Manager, at lihi@innovate.huji.ac.il, or Marwan Salaymeh, Program Coordinator, at marwan@innovate.huji.ac.il.