LPEA Insights

Humanitarian Innovation Pitch Event and Showcase

As extreme weather events, conflict, and displacement intensify, humanitarian needs are growing rapidly. Tackling these complex challenges calls for a shift away from traditional humanitarian approaches toward more adaptive, sustainable and technology-driven solutions, with a potential to improve emergency response and transform the lives of vulnerable communities around the world. 

An initiative by the WFP Innovation Accelerator, powered by the Government of Luxembourg, the Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator platform supports and scales breakthrough high-tech solutions focusing on information access, financial inclusion, essential Infrastructure and data-driven humanitarian response. 

Humanitarian Innovation Pitch Event and Showcase

Agenda

  •  16:00 - 17:30: Pitch event including: 
Live Pitches: Get a front-row seat as bold innovators pitch tech-driven solutions driving impact and efficiency in humanitarian settings: 
  • Wayru: blockchain-based WiFi for underserved and remote communities 
  • Tarjimly: AI-powered app connecting refugees/aid workers with translators. 
  • SafePro: Drone-powered AI software to speed up humanitarian demining. 
  • CLARA Water: solar-powered smart device providing safe drinking water. 
  • Aavance: mobile-first digital wallet built for unbanked populations in LatAm
  • Kobo AI Toolbox to simplify and accelerate humanitarian data collection. 
  • CRISTA: digital platform strengthening disaster response integrating real-time community data and vulnerability maps. 
  • Exuus: AI-powered credit scoring tool for unbanked communities & refugees. 
AI for Humanitarian Action: discover real-world AI use cases presented by the AI Strategic Partnership for Humanitarian Action and Luxembourg's leadership at the core of humanitarian and technological innovation. 

17:30 - 19:30: Networking for Impact: engage with a dynamic mix of humanitarian and innovation ecosystem players across the globe, while exploring the Venture Marketplace, where attendees explore innovations first-hand and connect directly with the ventures driving impact on the ground.

Pitching Startups

Venue and travel

📍 Where

LUXEXPO THE BOX – Hall 8 Rue Carlo Hemmer 
L-1734 Luxembourg-Kirchberg

🗓️ When

22 October, 16:00 - 19:00