Bridging the Gap
Lebanon has long been a country of entrepreneurial resilience, where individuals navigate chronic economic, political, and infrastructural challenges through innovation, creativity, and self-reliance. However, despite the spirit of entrepreneurship being deeply embedded in Lebanese society, the ecosystem supporting it remains fragmented, urban-centric, and often limited to high-tech or well-connected individuals.
Our Background
In recent years, compounding crises—from the financial collapse and pandemic to the Beirut port explosion—have further widened the gap between opportunity and access, especially for youth, women, rural communities, and non-traditional entrepreneurs.
The rise of informal entrepreneurship, the unmet need for localized business support, and the increasing emphasis on social innovation and inclusive economic growth all signal a strong opportunity for a new kind of player—one that is grounded in grassroots realities, driven by evidence and partnerships, and focused on enabling entrepreneurship as a tool for social mobility and community resilience.
Startline NGO was founded to meet this need. With a vision rooted in equity, innovation, and collaboration, Startline aspires to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity—particularly in underserved regions and sectors—and to become a trusted enabler within Lebanon’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Mission
A resilient, inclusive, and vibrant entrepreneurial culture across all regions of Lebanon, where every individual has the opportunity to turn ideas into impactful enterprises.
Vision
To promote entrepreneurship as a pathway to social and economic empowerment by providing technical support, building entrepreneurial mindsets, linking research to real-world needs, and embedding entrepreneurship within Lebanon’s educational and development systems.
Our Purpose
Startline exists to promote, support, and systematize inclusive entrepreneurship in Lebanon by equipping individuals—especially youth, women, and marginalized groups—with the mindset, skills, and support networks needed to create, sustain, and grow their ventures. We aim to cultivate a new generation of changemakers who drive innovation, self-reliance, and sustainable development in their communities.
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Entrepreneurial Support
Empowering individuals with the skills and resources to launch and grow their businesses.
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Inclusive Growth
Bridging the gap for underserved communities, including youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs.
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Innovation & Collaboration
Fostering creativity and partnerships to drive a high and well sustainable development.
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Impact-Driven Programs
Providing hands-on training, mentorship, and research-based solutions for real-world challenges.
Changemakers for a Sustainable Future
We aim to cultivate a new generation of changemakers who drive innovation, self-reliance, and sustainable development in their communities.
Updated & Expanded Goals
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Promote a culture of entrepreneurship and self-employment based on scientific foundations and practical approaches.
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Provide technical and operational support to entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey—from ideation to scaling.
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Foster applied research and evidence-driven innovation by linking academic institutions to real-world entrepreneurial challenges and societal needs.
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Coordinate and network with key stakeholders including ministries, international donors, NGOs, academia, and the private sector to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem.
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Integrate entrepreneurship education into general, vocational, and higher education systems to build future-ready skills and mindsets.
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Champion inclusive and regional entrepreneurship, focusing on underserved sectors, geographies, and communities.
What Makes Startline Unique
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Community-First Approach: We build programs from the ground up, starting with the realities and aspirations of the communities we serve—especially in overlooked regions from Beirut’s underprivileged neighbourhoods to Akkar, Baalbek-Hermel, Bekaa, and South Lebanon.
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Beyond Tech: While others focus on high-tech startups, we support the full spectrum of entrepreneurs—commerce, services, knowledge-economy, AI & tech, agriculture, crafts, trades, creative industries, and social ventures.
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Applied Knowledge: We work at the intersection of research and action, translating academic insight into usable tools for real entrepreneurs.
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Systemic Impact: Our model integrates entrepreneurship into education, local governance, and civil society—ensuring long-term, systemic change.
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Bridge Builders: We convene academia, policy makers, donors, and grassroots entrepreneurs to co-create solutions and build inclusive pathways.
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Accessible Support: No buzzwords, no jargon—just practical, localized, and inclusive support tailored to the unique needs of our audiences.
Entrepreneurship Awareness & Culture
Categories of Services & Key Offerings
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Community-based entrepreneurship awareness campaigns
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Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Events
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Public storytelling and local success case studies
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Global Entrepreneurship Week activities
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Global Entrepreneurship Week activities
Capacity Building & Technical Support
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Entrepreneurship bootcamps (ideation, validation, pitch readiness)
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Business development clinics (finance, legal, marketing)
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Mentorship programs and networking meetups
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Resilience, mental health & wellbeing for entrepreneurs
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Support for business formalization (registration, licensing)
Applied Research & Innovation Linkage
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Entrepreneurial needs assessments by region/sector
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University-enterprise collaboration initiatives
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“Research to Market” fellowships for students
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Local innovation labs linking research to real-world problems
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Sector-specific white papers (e.g., agribusiness, circular economy)
Education & Curriculum Integration
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Entrepreneurship curriculum for secondary, TVET, and university
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Teacher/faculty training in entrepreneurial education
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School-based innovation and business clubs
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Internship and enterprise projects for students
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Joint programs with education ministries and institutions
Partnerships, Policy & Ecosystem Development
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Multi-stakeholder roundtables and working groups
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Local entrepreneurship ecosystem mapping projects
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Advocacy for rural entrepreneurship policies
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Cross-border learning and exchange with regional actors
FAQ
What is Startline NGO’s mission?
Startline NGO aims to promote entrepreneurship as a pathway to social and economic empowerment by providing technical support, building entrepreneurial mindsets, linking research to real-world needs, and embedding entrepreneurship within Lebanon’s educational and development systems.
Who can benefit from Startline’s programs?
Startline focuses on equipping individuals—especially youth, women, and marginalized groups—with the mindset, skills, and support networks needed to create, sustain, and grow their ventures.
How does Startline support entrepreneurs in underserved regions?
Startline adopts a community-first approach, building programs from the ground up based on the realities and aspirations of the communities they serve, particularly in overlooked regions such as Beirut’s underprivileged neighborhoods, Akkar, Baalbek-Hermel, Bekaa, and South Lebanon.
What makes Startline unique compared to other entrepreneurial support organizations?
Startline stands out by supporting a broad spectrum of entrepreneurs beyond the tech industry, including those in commerce, services, agriculture, crafts, trades, creative industries, and social ventures. They also focus on applied knowledge, systemic impact, and building bridges between academia, policymakers, donors, and grassroots entrepreneurs.
What Our Customers Say
Startline provided me with the tools and confidence to turn my idea into a thriving business. Their support was instrumental in my entrepreneurial journey.
Sophie Msallem
Thanks to Startline’s approach, I received tailored guidance that addressed unique challenges of my region. I recommend their programs to aspiring entrepreneurs.
Melissa Osta
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Salameh & Na’ous Center, Jnah, Beirut, Lebanon
+961 3 216 400 | +961 1 841 141 | +961 1 839 444
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