Who we are

The Fashion Incubation Program aims to attract passionate Saudi talent in the fashion industry and provide a platform to enhance their entrepreneurial journey toward establishing a well-known brand in local and international markets.

Benefits

Access to business partners

Intensive and practical learning experience

Potential admission to the Incubator program

Access to fashion mentors

Internship opportunities offered by program partners

Program Details

Business Leadership

Leadership, team building, resilience in entrepreneurship, business innovation processes and techniques, intellectual property foundations, funding and prototyping

Fashion

Product design, marketing, commercial identity management, retail and distribution

Technology

Applied Technology in Fashion

Sustainability

Sustainable Fashion

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Timeline

فتح التسجيل للهاكاثون الافتراضي

Bootcamp Registration

إطلاق الهاكاثون

Launch of Bootcamp

فتح التسجيل للمخيم التدريبي للأزياء

Completion of Bootcamp

12 January - 18 January
28 February
4 March

Terms & Conditions

    General Provisions:

  • 1- These terms and conditions apply for participation in the Fashion Incubation Program through the program website; you agree to abide by it.
  • 2- The content is consistent with the general orientation of the program.
  • 3- The presented content does not contradict the program’s orientation, principles of Islamic law, and public morals.
  • 4- The Ministry of Culture has the right to cancel some challenges in any activity of the program in the absence of high-quality nominations.
  • 5- The candidate is committed to utmost credibility in all stages of the program and is committed to attend and complete all stages.
  • 6- The candidate has the right to withdraw from the program at any stage prior to the announcement of the names of the final participants or winners, provided that an email is sent to the program management team at ACE@moc.gov.sa
  • 7- The Ministry of Culture publishes the information it deems appropriate for the candidates, and everything related to the program on its website and social media accounts.
  • 8- At any stage of the program, the Ministry of Culture and/or the website reserves the right to exclude any participation that does not comply with the terms and conditions, evaluation criteria, or the general direction of the initiative or for any other reason the Ministry of Culture believes it has the right to exclude. The Ministry of Culture reserves the right to cancel or amend the program without prior notice, and the candidate has no right to object.
  • 9- The candidate must adhere to utmost credibility in all stages of the program and personally attend and complete all stages, as no person is allowed to represent him/her at any stage except with official approval from the Ministry.
  • 10- The Ministry of Culture reserves the right to change the terms and conditions from time to time. The candidate must review these terms and conditions regularly, and the Ministry is not obliged to announce any changes.

    • Eligibility Conditions:

  • 1- The candidate must be 18 years old or older.
  • 2- The personal information provided by the candidate is complete and correct.
  • 3- The candidate must be a Saudi national or legally residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • 4- The candidate must possess all public rights and intellectual property rights related to the submitted work, or partial ownership that allows submission with consent of other parties, with proof of ownership documents.
  • 5- The candidate must adhere to the start and end dates for submitting one or more of the program’s activities.

    • Intellectual Property:

  • 1- The Ministry of Culture will keep the detailed files attached to the various activities of the program.
  • 2- Participants agree that the Ministry of Culture or any third party authorized by the Ministry may publish the works presented on the ministry’s website or any media format, such as photography, advertising campaigns, and using winning entries and winners’ names in all advertising media.
  • 3- Participation, in all its details, as well as any other information submitted by the candidate, must be personal. The candidate declares that all provided information does not violate intellectual property rights, copyrights, privacy, or any third-party rights, and does not include abuse, infringement, slander, threat, contempt, or other prohibited content. The Ministry reserves the right to refuse publication or exclude the participation and hold the candidate liable for any harm to the program.
  • 4- The Ministry does not assume any intellectual property rights claimed by the participant and bears no legal responsibility for materials uploaded that may violate registered property rights.

    • Legal Responsibility:

  • 1- Participation must not violate any local or international rights, regulations, laws, or provisions, or encourage any violation thereof.
  • 2- These terms and conditions are subject to the regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Competent judicial authorities in Riyadh will consider any dispute arising from joining the program.
  • 3- In case of a dispute over intellectual property or any other disagreement, the candidate disclaims the Ministry’s responsibility for any losses or damages, and bears full responsibility alone. The Ministry or the website may exclude the violating candidate.
  • 4- The Ministry bears no responsibility for any material or moral damages incurred by the candidate due to participation in the program.
  • 5- The Ministry is not responsible for wrong or inaccurate information resulting from human errors or technical failures, such as loss, delay, or deletion of data, or malfunctions in phones, computers, networks, accessories, programs, or any other reason impeding site access. The candidate must ensure materials are submitted correctly at all times.
  • 6- By using the program’s website, the candidate acknowledges the Ministry’s right to request additional information or supporting documents to verify participation.
  • 7- The candidate must have absolute authority to agree to the terms and conditions, fulfill any third-party rights, and is solely responsible for any breach.
  • 8- The final jury will evaluate qualified entries based on winner selection criteria and may contact nominees if necessary.
  • 9- The Ministry is not responsible for any legal procedures if the candidate violates any laws before the official authorities.

Participation Instructions

    All of the activities will be conducted online; however, physical space will be provided for participants with deskspace and internet connection if possible.

Conditions for Participating in the Bootcamp

  • 1- The applicant must be a practitioner, early entrepreneur, or freelancer with no less than two years of experience.
  • 2- The applicant must have a clear presentation of a product/service/brand.
  • 3- The applicant's offering is preferred to be unique with a differentiated competitive advantage such as an intellectual property advantage.
  • 4- It is preferred that the applicant submits a business model with a clear and promising target market size and potential revenue.

FAQ – Bootcamp

    What is The Fashion Incubation Program?

  • The Fashion Incubation Program aims to attract and empower Saudi fashion talents; support entrepreneurs in pursuing their fashion journey; equip talents with invaluable knowledge, and enable them to become renowned in local, regional, and international markets.

    • The program is comprised of three phases:

  • Hackathon: A three-day virtual event that aims to solve the complex challenges facing the fashion industry in a unique environment, encouraging groups of participants to think creatively to develop innovative new ideas and concepts.
  • Bootcamp: A five-day intensive virtual event centered around experiential learning. Participants will conduct a deep dive into the fashion industry and explore practical business tools. Attendees of the Bootcamp will also benefit from benchmarking, networking, and exposure to world-class fashion expertise.
  • Incubator: An extensive five-month physical incubator program that nurtures start-ups through the early phases of their projects and provides continuous mentorship that walks them through customer discovery, product development and prototyping, and business planning. The program supports entrepreneurs in laying the foundations for their ventures, by helping develop Minimum Viable Products and providing access to funding mechanisms.

    • Who is responsible for The Fashion Incubation Program?

  • The program is organized by the Ministry of Culture. This year’s program is a pilot sponsored by the Vision 2030 Quality of Life Program.

    • Where will the Bootcamp take place?

  • The Bootcamp will take place virtually.

    • Do I have to pay for the Bootcamp?

  • No, attendance is free.

    • Who can apply for the Bootcamp?

  • 1- Applicants must be practitioners, early entrepreneurs, or freelancers with no less than two years’ experience.
  • 2- The applicant must have a clear presentation of a product/service/brand.
  • 3- The applicant's offering is preferred to be unique with a differentiated competitive advantage such as an intellectual property advantage.
  • 4- Applicants must submit a business model with clear and promising target market size and potential revenue.

    • Is the program only targeting fashion-related businesses?

  • The program targets the fashion industry and related industries such as jewelry, accessories, and footwear.

    • Is the program only for fashion designers?

  • No. The program supports designers and any fashion-related businesses.

    • What are the benefits of applying to the program?

  • · Develop your business concept into a mature business model.
  • · Conduct a deep dive into fashion-related industry topics.
  • · Network with likeminded individuals in the industry.

    • Are there any age restrictions?

  • Applicants must be 18 years or older.

    • Is the program only open to women?

  • No, the program is open to men and women.

    • Which nationalities are eligible to apply?

  • The program is open to all nationals and residents of Saudi Arabia.

    • Do I need to submit the application in Arabic?

  • Applications can be submitted in Arabic or English.

    • How do I submit my business idea?

  • Your business idea may be presented in a pitch deck/presentation. Please see the attached template for reference.

    • I don't have a complete business idea, can I still apply?

  • Business ideas should be presented in the template provided where they will be evaluated alongside any supporting documents.

    • What if I miss the deadline?

  • Applications cannot be submitted once the application period has ended.