Organon & Flat6Labs Launch Second Women's Health Accelerator Programme

Organon & Flat6Labs Launch Second Women's Health Accelerator Programme 

Organon, a global healthcare company, and Flat6Labs, a leading venture capital firm in MENA, has announced the launch of the second cycle of the Women's Health Accelerator Programme. This initiative is dedicated to supporting digital health startups that prioritise innovations in women's health across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT). The programme aims to empower and accelerate the growth of startups addressing critical healthcare challenges specific to women in the region.

The second cycle will focus on three main sectors critical to women's health:

  • Family Planning: Technologies Enhancing Contraception Counselling and Education.
  • Fertility Planning: Solutions for IVF Mental Health Support.
  • Women's Wellness: Innovations in Self & Maternal Care, Disease Prevention, and Menstrual Health.

The objective is to address specific challenges faced by women in the region concerning their health, aiming to find sustainable solutions. Startups will receive training, mentorship, and exposure to stakeholders, accelerating their growth and readiness to address women's health challenges.

Ramy Koussa, Associate Vice President, Organon, MENAT, stated, “Investing in women’s health shows positive return on investment: for every $1 invested, ~$3 is projected in economic growth. Launching the second cycle of the Women's Health Accelerator Programme marks a significant milestone in our commitment to advancing women's health in the MENAT region.”

Yehia Houry, Chief Programs Officer at Flat6Labs, emphasized the importance of supporting female entrepreneurs, stating, “As we embark on the second cycle, we are thrilled to amplify our support for female entrepreneurs shaping the future of women's healthcare.”

The first cycle saw the success of three standout startups: "OMGYNO" founded by Doreen Toutikian and Elisabeth Milini, "Siira" founded by Sandra Salame, and "Maternally" founded by Yasmin El Mouallem. Their insights will enrich the new cohort of startups.

For more information about the Women's Health Accelerator Programme’s second cycle and the application process, please visit the website. Applications close on May 16, 2024.

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