About
First Step Cowork Office Spaces opened in January 2024 as the first coworking space in Duhok, and it is the largest in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Startups, entrepreneurs, investors, teachers, trainers, students, freelancers and content creators share one roof here: a place to work, connect and grow.
To be the leading hub for innovation and collaboration in the Kurdistan Region and across Iraq: a place where startups, entrepreneurs and professionals turn ideas into successful businesses, supported by first-class facilities, excellent service and a community that inspires growth and creativity.
To provide a dynamic, collaborative coworking environment that helps startups, entrepreneurs and professionals in Duhok succeed. We are dedicated to high-quality facilities, exceptional service and a supportive community that fosters innovation, creativity and business development, contributing to the economic and social progress of Duhok.
Our space covers about 1,400 square meters, with car parking for the building. Every area is fitted with high-quality furniture, projectors, smart TVs and smart boards, and protected by security cameras, so you have everything you need to do your best work.
Products and Services
Public Space
Open areas designed for collaborative work.
Student Space
Dedicated areas for students to study and collaborate.
Training Halls
Rooms equipped for training sessions and workshops.
Specialized Course Rooms
Spaces for specialized training and courses.
Private Desks and Offices
Personal workspaces for individuals and teams.
Coworking Offices
Shared office spaces for startups and small businesses.
Event Hall
A venue for hosting events and gatherings.
Smoking Area
Designated smoking area for members.
Student Waiting Area
Comfortable waiting area for students.
Kitchen & Restrooms
Fully equipped kitchen and restroom facilities.
Prayer Room
A quiet, dedicated space for prayer.
Podcast Studio
State-of-the-art studio for recording podcasts.
Founders
First Step Cowork Office Spaces was founded by Sarhing A. Abdulkhaliq and Farhing A. Abdulkhaliq. Their vision and dedication created a space built around the diverse needs of our members.
We welcome individuals and businesses from Duhok and across the Kurdistan Region of Iraq:
- Startups: Affordable, flexible space with the resources and connections a new business needs.
- Entrepreneurs: A supportive place to develop and grow your ideas.
- Freelancers: A productive, professional workspace with like-minded people around you.
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): Office solutions that scale as your team grows.
- Remote Workers: A professional workspace away from home and the traditional office.
- Students: A focused environment for studying and group projects.
- Trainers and Educators: Fully equipped rooms for workshops, training sessions and courses.
- The Pioneer in Duhok: The city's first coworking space and the largest in the Kurdistan Region.
- Everything Under One Roof: Open workspaces, private desks and offices, training halls, course rooms, an event hall and a podcast studio.
- Premium Equipment: High-quality furniture, projectors, smart TVs and smart boards, with security cameras throughout.
- A Real Community: Connect and collaborate with startups, entrepreneurs, freelancers and professionals.
- Flexible Membership: Plans for every need and budget, from daily passes to long-term contracts.
- Easy to Reach: Near Mayi Oil on Mayi Street in Duhok, with ample parking.
- Built for Growth: Skill-development programs, startup support and services that keep improving.
- A Professional Atmosphere: A calm, productive environment for people who take their work seriously.
Giving Back
We are committed to our community: we run skill-development programs for children and are working to turn First Step into a startup incubator.
Visit Us
Come and see the space for yourself: we're near Mayi Oil on Mayi Street in Duhok, with parking for the building.
Book a tour on WhatsApp+964 750 700 2212 (opens in a new tab)