SocialTech Lab Information

SocialTech Lab is dedicated to accelerating the next wave of positive peace-driven innovations to shape a more stable and prosperous future in fragile contexts across the globe. SocialTech Lab works at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and peacebuilding to bridge divides, empower local change-makers, solve social & environmental challenges, and cultivate resilient ecosystems in regions affected by instability or conflict. Through its platforms, SocialTech Lab provides transformative digital tools and live programs (e.g., CyprusInno), as well as physical resources (e.g., The Base by CyprusInno) that enable local entrepreneurs to thrive, driving economic growth and social progress in even the most challenging environments. Our 10+ year track record has garnered a 7000+ community, 150+ innovation programs (accelerators, venture builders, hackathons, etc.), and 10+ digital startup tools. Our work has been recognized by the UN Youth Envoy, the Obama Foundation, Yunus & Youth (Supported by Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus), UNDP, Microsoft, The Commonwealth & other gov. organizations including Embassies, High Commissions, State Departments & Foreign Ministries. - NEB Prize Finalist - UN SDG Digital GameChangers Award for Building Peaceful & Inclusive Societies - MIT SOLVE Global Semifinalist: Sustaining Peaceful Economies - European Enterprise Promotion Award for Responsible & Inclusive Entrepreneurship - UN SDG Action Award - Obama Leaders Europe - Bicommunal Award by Founder of EasyJet Sir Stelios - Commonwealth Innovation Award for Sustainable Development - S. Europe Startup Awards Regional Finalist Best Accelerator/Incubator, Coworking, Social Impact Startup - Intercultural Innovation Award (Austrian Gov) - Y&Y Social Business Incubator (Supported by Nobel Peace Prize Winner Muhammad Yunus) - Harvard Social Enterprise Conference Showcase - Social Venture of the UN SDGs Young Leaders - European Youth Award Digital Tools for Economy Finalist