The NINJA accelerator program enables startups to access Asian markets with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Organized in cooperation with the ICT Hub and the Digital Serbia Initiative, this program offers startups ten weeks of work with domestic and international experts, through workshops, mentoring, and a Demo Day, where they will present their projects to global investors.
ID card of the program
Participant profile: technology startups from Serbia, startups in the phase of intensive growth, with the goal of internationalization, and teams with a clear vision of expanding to Asian markets
The program supports you to:
- You get a direct insight into the specifics of Asian markets
- You make contacts with investors and partners from Japan and Southeast Asia
- You prepare a strategy for a successful entry into a new market
It supports you through:
- Thematic workshops and practical exercises
- Individual sessions with mentors from the region and Asia
- Consultations with experts in the field of internationalization and business development
- Special events to introduce the team and products
Apply if you have:
- The ambition to scale your startup to foreign markets
- A product that can be competitive in Asian markets
Willingness for a ten-week intensive program that includes learning, mentoring, and an opportunity to present to investors
Applications are open until November 17, 2024, at www.dsi.rs/ninja.
The best startups are waiting for the chance to visit Japan and apply the knowledge they've acquired!

