Iraqi Entrepreneurship Network · Baghdad

Empowering Ideas,
Bridging Opportunities

Irada Network fosters collaboration between entrepreneurship hubs, government bodies, and international entities — strengthening Iraq's startup ecosystem from the ground up.

10+
Member Entities
5
RISE Phases
3+
Iraqi Cities
+10Across Iraq
RISE5 Phases
IraqBaghdad · Mosul · Basra
Our Mission
"Connecting the dots that unlock opportunities across Iraq's entrepreneurial landscape."
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10 Member EntitiesHubs · Investors · Institutions
About Us

Born from a need to coordinate the efforts

Irada Network was born from an in-depth analysis of the Iraqi entrepreneurial ecosystem — recognizing the need for a dedicated entity to bridge gaps between startups, support hubs, government bodies, and international organizations.

Through open dialogues with key stakeholders, it became clear that Iraq's fragmented ecosystem required a unifying force — to promote growth and streamline communication across all sectors.

We believe in the power of innovation and entrepreneurship in shaping a prosperous future for Iraq — positioning the country as a leading player in the global entrepreneurial landscape.

Our Role

A unified hub for Iraq's startup ecosystem

2023
Officially launched in Baghdad
What We Do

Four pillars of support

We act as the connective tissue of Iraq's entrepreneurial ecosystem — facilitating the relationships and resources that allow businesses to flourish at every stage.

01

Facilitating Collaboration

Connecting startups, support hubs, government bodies, and international organizations to create a cohesive support system.

02

Promoting Entrepreneurship

Amplifying Iraq's startup scene locally and internationally, helping founders access markets, investors, and vital resources.

03

Awareness & PR

Educational campaigns and media outreach to raise visibility among investors, policymakers, and the international community.

04

Monitoring & Evaluation

Data-driven tracking of ecosystem progress to ensure continuous impact and improvement across the entire network.

RISE Framework
Our Methodology

Five phases to launch and scale

The Resource and Incubation Support for Entrepreneurship (RISE) Framework creates a shared language for all ecosystem players — guiding entrepreneurs from idea to funded, growing business.

1
Discovery
Explore ideas and identify opportunities through workshops and market readiness programs.
University WorkshopsVocational TrainingMarket Readiness
2
Mastery
Build skills and refine business ideas through specialized training, hackathons, and team formation.
Technical TrainingHackathonsLeadership
3
Launch
Formalize your business, register the company, and enter the market with full incubation support.
RegistrationIncubationCo-Working
4
Growth
Scale operations, expand market presence, and form strategic partnerships through acceleration programs.
AccelerationMentorshipMarket Expansion
5
Funding
Access investors, venture capital, and bank financing to fuel growth and reach broader markets.
Angel NetworksVC AccessInvestment Readiness
Our Network

Member Entities

Become a Member
51Labs
Innovation Hub
Hub 200
Startup Hub
Kapita
Finance & Investment
Makers
Maker Space
Mosul Space
Entrepreneurship Hub
Qaf Lab
Impact Hub · Mosul
Tafa3ul
Community Hub · Basra
The Station
Co-Working · Baghdad
Aswar
Startup Support
Rwanga
Development Foundation
Get Involved

Any time is a good time to join the cause

Become part of Iraq's most dynamic entrepreneurial network. Access connections, resources, and growth opportunities that transform vision into real impact.

info@iradafoundation.iq