Startup Hambar is JA Bulgaria’s latest social innovation project in benefit of the entrepreneurship ecosystem in the country. It is a co-working, training and mentoring space for young entrepreneurs aged 14 to 26 and their startup companies. It is conveniently located at the brand-new Technology+Innovation Network – Bulgaria’s first science and technology park, providing young entrepreneurs with access to cutting-edge equipment and research labs.

The Business Incubator building where the Hambar is located will also house a large part of the startup community in Sofia – seed funds, startups, co-working spaces, etc. The Startup Hambar will be specifically designed to meet the needs of JA Company Program students (on both high school and university level), to foster the entrepreneurial spirit in them and to encourage their personal development. The environment will motivate students to develop their capacity for creative thinking and at the same time will stimulate them to take the initiative of broadening their personal knowledge.

JA Startup Hambar vision, mission and goals
Vision: To support the creation of a critical mass of innovative hi-tech companies and technologically innovative and entrepreneurially educated society in Bulgaria.
Мission: To support the training, mentoring and practical implementation of business ideas throughout the life cycle of start-up technology companies and enable them to thrive in today’s dynamic and turbulent environment.
Goals:
1. To build a competitive infrastructure for the incubation and commercialization of innovative technological research in the field of ICT, green (clean) technology, and healthcare.
2. To assist young entrepreneurs in recognizing the opportunities for successful commercialization, marketing, and new start-up creation in established and innovative firms as well.
3. To provide the conditions and environment for innovative practical training, mentoring and participation in national and international competitions.
4. To contribute to the development of social entrepreneurship and intergenerational links and relationships.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ja-bulgaria-startup-hambar-for-students#/