Pioneers Innovation is reshaping humanitarian work across the MENA region by integrating technology, innovation, incubation, and research into aid and development efforts. Established by Basmeh & Zeitooneh as a dynamic social enterprise, Pioneers Innovation has expanded its reach, partnering with organizations that share its vision of advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals—with a strong focus on eradicating poverty, addressing hunger, and improving education in Syria and Lebanon.
With a holistic approach to tackling challenges in humanitarian response, recovery, and development, Pioneers Innovation provides an Innovation & Technology Incubator and comprehensive research services to help organizations become more efficient, resilient, and innovative.
Understanding the shifting landscape of humanitarian funding, Pioneers Innovation actively brings new actors into the sector, including diaspora communities and private businesses, diversifying funding streams while strengthening national agendas.
It also serves as a one-stop shop for NGOs, offering digital and technological solutions that enhance operations, reduce costs, and ultimately save lives. Through a unique business model, profits are reinvested into social impact initiatives, with competitive pricing and special rates for CSOs, CBOs, and local NGOs. Services include:
- Workspace digitalization solutions
- Emergency response digital packages
- Innovative program design and delivery
- Incubation programs and research services
By fostering an ecosystem that supports non-profits, humanitarian organizations, and aid workers, Pioneers Innovation is driving social change through technology and innovation. Committed to low-cost to free services for NGOs, the organization plays a crucial role in promoting innovation and local market recovery in Syria and Lebanon.