Support in forming your project
A program designed to help turn your idea into a solid project: refine your concept, assess its feasibility, and set a plan of action!
Summary
Where
- Barcelona
- Bordeaux
- Lille
- Lyon
- Marseille
- Nantes
- Paris
- Strasbourg
- Stuttgart
- Zurich
- Geneva
- When ?
Throughout the year or in multiple sessions (depending on your city).
- Duration
A few weeks to several months (based on your needs and location).
- Audience
- Newcomers with a business or nonprofit project (no thematic restrictions).
- Locals with a business or nonprofit project related to migration and inclusion. - Prerequisites
- A project idea or desire to start a venture.
- Motivation and some time to dedicate to project development. - Cost
Free
What is pre-incubation?
SINGA’s pre-incubation program is open to newcomers as well as local people with projects linked to inclusion and migration. Each year, between 50 and 70 people join, depending on the city.
If you have entrepreneurial ideas but aren’t sure where to start, we’re here to help from day one. Whether you’re looking to launch a tech innovation, open a restaurant, or create a socially engaged nonprofit, we’ll support you in exploring your market, refining your ideas, and planning the next steps. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of entrepreneurship, professionally and personally.
Our goal is to ensure you’re not alone on this journey, helping you ask the right questions, confirm that this project fits you, and visualize its future.
This program can also prepare you for advanced programs at SINGA (like our Incubation program) or elsewhere!
What are the eligibility criteria?
Administrative:
- Newcomers with a business or nonprofit project (no thematic restrictions).
- Locals with a social impact project related to migration and inclusion.
Business maturity:
- A project idea and the motivation to develop it.
Availability:
- Availability for a few hours each week (varies by city).
- Ability to attend on-site meetings.
Above all, be motivated! Want to connect, join a network, and share with others.
Program Flow
- Online application.
- Introduction to the SINGA team.
- One-on-one mentoring sessions.
- Group workshops (depending on the city).
6 Key Benefits to Kickstart Your Project
- Personalized Guidance:
Tailored support for every stage of your entrepreneurial journey.
01 - SINGA Events:
Join dedicated events to create opportunities and grow your network.
02 - Professional Network:
Become part of a community of entrepreneurs, experts, and partners ready to support your project.
Free Workspace (in select cities): Access an inspiring workspace to foster collaboration and progress.
03 - Optional French Classes (in select cities):
Improve your French to better integrate into the ecosystem if needed.
04 - Supportive Community:
Join an intercultural, supportive community, ideal for enriching exchanges and collaborations.
05 - Free workspace (in select cities):
Enjoy an inspiring workspace that fosters collaboration and the progress of your project.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Learn the basics of entrepreneurship in your host country.
- Refine and clarify your idea.
- Identify your target clients and competitors.
- Develop a professional network.
No, the pre-incubation program is open to everyone—both locals and newcomers—without age or nationality restrictions.
- In France: Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Paris, and Strasbourg.
- In Spain: Barcelona.
- In Switzerland: Geneva and Zurich.
- For local participants: Your project must be related to migration and inclusion (such as themes of welcome, community building, diversity, etc.).
- For newcomers: You can work on any project.
Please note, SINGA is dedicated to supporting the ecological and social transition of all the projects we accompany. From circular economy and education to food and beyond, we strive to support initiatives that positively impact society and align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Yes, SINGA supports both for-profit (businesses) and nonprofit (associations) projects.
You’ll work closely with a designated program support officer, a SINGA team member who will be your main point of contact throughout the program. They will schedule regular check-ins to understand your needs and guide you on your journey.
Besides training sessions and individual meetings, SINGA hosts numerous events and networking opportunities. These events bring together the SINGA community of entrepreneurs, partners, mentors, artists, and more, creating a vibrant environment for connection and collaboration.
In addition to support from your program officer, SINGA offers resources that may vary by city:
- Access to experts and mentors who can address your specific needs.
- Free workspace access.
- Available equipment (books, computers, printers) as needed and when possible.
- French language courses in select cities.
Yes, the program is entirely free, thanks to the support of our partners and funders.
Their Experience
Food, tech, mobility, education, health, fashion… explore the entrepreneurs and projects supported by SINGA!
Our partners
