Global talent.
Local solutions.
The Programme
Join a 4-week innovation journey working in small interdisciplinary teams to collaborate with local initiatives for exploring challenges such as
Together we move through four stages
Explore the neighbourhood and learn from residents and local initiatives.
Identify opportunities where technology could support community work.
Develop and test prototypes that respond to real needs.
Present solutions to local organisations, investors and other stakeholders.
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4
weeks
4
interdisciplinary teams
16
participants
4
neighbourhood initiatives
Time commitment
3 to 4 hours per week and some team collaboration in between.
The GOAL
Support already working initiatives and explore how new ideas and tools can strengthen their impact.
It takes place in Laak
Laak is home to people from many different backgrounds and cultures. The neighbourhood also hosts a growing network of community initiatives, residents and organisations that are actively working on improving their environment and strengthening the community.
At the same time Laak faces challenges that are shared by many urban neighbourhoods. Issues such as energy affordability, access to healthy and sustainable food, climate resilience and the quality of public space affect everyday life for many residents.
For Whom
Tech 4 Impact welcomes international residents in The Hague who want to use their time, skills, and creativity to push community projects forward.
People we welcome to join the programme are
However, people from other backgrounds who are interested in contributing to social and environmental challenges are equally welcome to participate!
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Tech 4 Impact brings together people and organisations who believe that technology and collaboration can help address social and environmental challenges in the city.
The programme is built on collaboration and reflects the spirit of United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
We work with partners who share a commitment to long-term community impact.
Our Impact
Tech 4 Impact contributes to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, translating global ambitions into local action in The Hague. In particular we contribute to the following local impact goals:
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Exploring how technology and innovation can support communities and local initiatives.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Supporting stronger communities and neighbourhoods.
Climate Action
Exploring ideas related to sustainability and climate resilience.
Partnerships for the Goals
Building collaborations between communities, organisations and international talent.
Each cohort brings together around 16 participants working in small interdisciplinary teams with local initiatives in The Hague. Together we aim to
Develop practical solutions for local challengesSupport local initiatives with new ideasConnect internationals with local communitiesBuild a network working on local impact
About
We believe meaningful innovation starts with listening to communities and working together to build solutions that matter.
Tech 4 Impact is a community-driven innovation initiative based in The Hague.
The programme connects international talent with residents, neighbourhood initiatives and organisations to develop technology-based solutions for social and environmental challenges.
By bringing together community knowledge, technology and creative thinking, Tech 4 Impact turns the neighbourhood into a living lab for inclusive urban innovation.
Jay Navarro Oviedo
Works on community driven sustainability, social innovation and collaborative urban initiatives. His work focuses on bringing together community initiatives, institutions and innovators to create collaborations that lead to meaningful and lasting change.
At Tech 4 Impact he leads the social and environmental impact side of the programme. He connects participants with neighbourhood initiatives and helps teams understand the local context so that projects respond to real community needs.
Amel Caballero
Works at the intersection of technology, creativity, and social innovation. He believes technology is most powerful when it is developed alongside the people it is meant to serve.
At Tech 4 Impact he leads the technology and design side of the programme. He supports participants in translating ideas into tangible concepts and prototypes, and helps teams explore how digital tools and design methods can support real-world challenges.
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