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Our Programs

As a recognized anchor institution in Qatar’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, WISH plays six critical roles that enable innovation to thrive:

  • Convener

    Bringing stakeholders together for dialogue WISH creates inclusive platforms for innovtors, policymakers, funders, clinicians, and communities to exchange ideas and co-design solutions to the most pressing health challenges.

  • Catalyst

    Sparking cross-sector collaborations we connect innovators with partners across healthcare, research, government, and industry to drive joint action and accelerate adoption.

  • Recommender

    Providing evidence-based policy guidance through our research and innovation programs, we help translate insights into actionable health policy and investment priorities.

  • Amplifier

    Showcasing proven innovations globally WISH provides visibility to promising health-tech startups and social innovations on global stages — especially through our flagship WISH Summit and curated showcases.

  • Broker

    Facilitating strategic connections we link startups and innovators with potential pilot sites, funders, government stakeholders, and international organizations to unlock scale and sustainability.

  • Translator

    Converting technical insights into policy we help ensure that impactful innovations are not just technically strong, but system-ready — by aligning them with real-world policy, regulatory, and health system needs.

This multi-role model is backed by independent analysis. In the Qatar’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report (2024) by the Observatory of Support for Entrepreneurship and HEC Paris, WISH was named:

  • Top Anchor Institution Driving Ecosystem Stability
  • Most Widely Accessible and Critical Enabler across Qatar’s innovation and health-tech ecosystem

This recognition affirms WISH’s unique role as a trusted platform where global innovators, Qatari institutions, and public stakeholders come together to advance solutions in:

Non-Communicable Diseases

Mental Health and Well-being

Health in Conflict Settings

Disability and Rehabilitation

Climate and Health

Maternal and Child Health

Digital and AI-enabled Healthcare

Our Innovation Competitions
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Innovation Showcases

Designed for early-stage health-tech startups (0–5 years), the Showcase gives founders a platform to present validated innovations that solve real-world healthcare problems. Selected startups are featured at the WISH Summit, where they connect with policymakers, investors, and partners.

View Past Showcase Innovators

Young Innovators

Open to entrepreneurs aged 30 and under, this competition discovers and celebrates the next generation of healthcare leaders. Young Innovators gain exposure, mentorship, and a chance to present their ideas to a global audience.

Meet Our Young Innovators

Innovators of Tomorrow (Qatar)

A scientific innovation competition for high school students in Qatar, in collaboration with the Qatar Scientific Club. It supports homegrown innovation aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.

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Innovation At A Glance

  • 150 +

    innovators supported
    globally

  • 15+

    innovator winners

  • Active partnerships

    with hospitals,
    airlines, & ministries

  • Innovators

    from 20+ countries

  • Real-world pilots

    launched in Qatar,
    the Gulf & the World

Innovation Partners

Interested in Collaborating with WISH?

  • Are you working on a health innovation or startup and want to connect with the WISH Innovation Team?
  • Whether you're exploring a pilot, looking for visibility, or simply want to introduce your solution, we’d love to hear from you.
  • Please fill out this short questionnaire, and we’ll get back to you if there’s alignment with our programs or upcoming opportunities
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