We drive change by empowering youth — through training
awareness, and a true launch into the future
Our Programs
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Our Statistics
Every number tells a story. Every percentage reflects our purpose.
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participants have graduated from our training programs since 2022.
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Pass rate of tests in technical training programs.
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Effective university partnerships support student participation from different governorates.
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Our programs begin with personal skills development sessions: leadership, resume writing, presentation, and interview skills.
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We maintain our excellence by developing students, graduates, and the community through a team of professional trainers.
About STARTUP
STARTUP is an initiative founded in 2021 as a youth volunteer team in Basra, Iraq, with the goal of empowering students, graduates, and the wider community through training and development programs. In 2023, the initiative gained official recognition under the name Meshwar Foundation for Training and Development, expanding its structure and institutional impact
STARTUP’s programs focus on:
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Promoting gender equality and the active participation of women in the oil and gas sector
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Partnering with top Iraqi universities to support student development
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Building essential skills in leadership, communication, and job readiness
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Providing advanced technical training in key areas of the oil and gas industry
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Organizing field visits, expert-led sessions, and innovation competition