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Jerusalem Entrepreneurs Society and Technology (JEST) was launched with the goal of creating an entrepreneurial community in East Jerusalem. The programis centered on a physical hub for existing and aspiring entrepreneurs, students, and innovators. The hub provides start-ups with affordable, shared administrative services, and it encourages collaboration among ventures, such as resource pooling and the establishment of joint initiatives and partnerships. JEST also provides start-ups with a wide range of services and activities, technical and financial assistance, and a variety of events and gatherings. Its aim is to support and expedite the establishment of new start-ups, create job opportunities, and promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among East Jerusalem residents.

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Dec 19, 2014 · www.haaretz.com

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Palestinian entrepreneur seeks to turn Jerusalem into startup city - together with Jews

Hani Alami, a high-tech entrepreneur and millionaire from East Jerusalem, is opening a tech accelerator in Jerusalem to promote Israel-Palestinian cooperation and make the city a high-tech intersection. Despite the violence and tensions in the region, Alami is determined to pursue his vision of bringing Israelis and Palestinians together in tech projects. The accelerator, called JEST (Jerusalem, entrepreneurship, society, and technology), aims to provide a neutral territory for collaboration. Alami believes that peace can be achieved through business rather than politics. The accelerator will offer work space, mentoring, and support to aspiring young entrepreneurs in East Jerusalem. Alami is seeking support from Israeli tech companies and has received financial assistance from various organizations.

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May 12, 2014 · www.israel21c.org

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E. Jerusalem joins startup nation

A new startup workspace-accelerator-incubator is opening in East Jerusalem with the support of local and international NGOs, governmental agencies, and Cisco Israel. The initiative aims to build an IT sector in East Jerusalem and connect startups to big companies. Cisco CEO and Chairman John Chambers has actively supported the development of the Arab high-tech sector and is providing knowhow and networking power to the project. The hub is expected to benefit the middle class and encourage business partnerships in both halves of the city. Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP) is interested in investing in the project. The unemployment rate in East Jerusalem is the highest in the country, making the development of a high-tech startup ecosystem crucial.

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3 Sheikh Jarah St, Jerusalem

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