- Innovation Challenge
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- Innovation Challenge
- Innovation Challenge
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- Innovation Challenge
APPLICATIONS CLOSED
The PeaceRise Innovation Challenge is your opportunity to share your ideas with our network, who are passionate about technology, innovation, and building community. Whether you're an individual with a groundbreaking idea, an early-stage founder, or an experienced professional eager to mentor the next generation of innovators, there's a place for you in this challenge.
Application Deadline: April 28th
Program Length: Opening Ceremony May 3rd, Presentations and Awards May 11th
Overview: 72-hour pitch competition, running from 12 PM EST May 3rd to 12 PM EST May 6th. Participants can enter solo or as a team and have the option to present original ideas or select one from a provided list, focusing on sustainability, conflict resolution, and economic prosperity. The challenge is to create a compelling pitch deck, record your pitch, and submit it by noon EST on May 6th.
Prizes
1st Place: $2000
2nd Place: $1750
3rd Place: $1250
4th - 7th Place: $250 each
Idea Submission
Have an innovative solution for peace? Submit an Idea Paper outlining your concept. Check the PeaceRise Idea Paper to better understand what we're looking for.
Team Application
Join forces with like-minded individuals to form a team and bring your collective ideas to life.
Solo Application
Don't have a team? No problem! Apply as an individual, and you can participate in the challenge.
Mentor Registration
Experienced in peacebuilding, technology, or innovation? Become a mentor and guide participants as they develop their ideas. Your expertise can make a significant difference in their journey.
PIC Idea Paper Generator
Custom GPT Idea Paper Generator: A genAI tool to help you craft compelling idea papers with ease. Perfect for those looking to bring their vision to life
Stock Idea Papers
A collection of "stock" idea papers ready for you to adopt or adapt. Ideal for those seeking inspiration or a quick start
RESOURCES
1Join the PeaceRise Community
Navigate to the community landing page and click on the "Join Community" button. This is your gateway to becoming part of a global movement fostering peace through innovation.
2Complete Onboarding
Engage in a tailored onboarding process designed to align a collective mindset with the mission of innovating for peace. This step familiarizes you with the community's values, objectives, and guidelines.
3Engage with Resources and Events
Access the comprehensive resource library and participate in events. This enriches the understanding of PeaceTech and fosters deeper connections within the PeaceRise community, enhancing potential contributions.
4Prepare Your Submission
Submission Portal Opens: March 4th
Utilize the submission portal to learn more about the application process. This is where you'll bring your ideas to life.
5Submit your Application
Submission Deadline: April 28th
Finalize and submit your team application or idea paper through the PeaceRise submission portal.
6Remain Engaged
Post-submission, it is crucial to maintain engagement. All submissions will be open-sourced post-challenge, ensuring that every idea contributes to the collective mission, regardless of their selection as challenge finalists. This approach captures and disseminates the intrinsic value of every contribution.
Event Timeline and Structure
Mark your calendars!
Timeline
- Application Period (March 4th to April 28th): Submission Portal opens for applications from March 4th to April 28th
- Team Selection (April 30st): Announcement of teams selected for the challenge.
- Hybrid Challenge (May 3-6, 2024): A focused sprint hosted at the University of Cincinnati 1819 Innovation Hub culminating in submitting a pitch deck.
- Final Presentations and Awards, VIRTUAL (May 11, 2024): Live pitching for teams participating in person and virtual pitches from those participating from afar. Announcement of winners. A (virtual) reception event to celebrate achievements and encourage future collaborations.
From Ideas to Impact
PeaceRise is grateful for early partnerships with Big Kitty Labs, Pieces for Developers, The Ghost Agency, Inc., and BotsCrew, and Disco.
Big Kitty Labs, in a commendable move, has pledged dedicated developer hours specifically for constructing winning solutions from the challenge. Pieces for Developers is an AI-enabled productivity tool designed to supercharge developer efficiency. Ghost Agency is an award-winning agency lending insights into UI/UX, creativity and strategic thinking. Bots Crew will provide access to the BotsCrew platform to allow any participant to build conversational AI projects. Disco is hosting the virtual community on their online learning platform.
These partnerships are pivotal in transforming ideas into actionable solutions with real-world impacts. By bridging connections between entrepreneurs and established companies, PeaceRise ensures that innovative ideas are not only realized but also have the potential to make a tangible difference.
Broadening the Community
In addition to Alloy and the 1819 Innovation Hub, PeaceRise is enriched by the contributions of leaders from various fields. These experts, ranging from founders to academics, will deliver informational "Braintrust" sessions, offering deep dives into their areas of expertise.
These sessions cover a range of topics crucial for innovators in the PeaceTech space. From Nomiki Petrolla's focus on a customer-centric approach in software development at PDS Lab to Dr. Leah C. Lewis, J.D.'s journey of launching Cocoon Technologies Inc. for public safety, attendees will explore diverse perspectives on leveraging technology for social impact. Paul D'Souza will delve into Go-To-Market strategies with societal impact, while Rob Richardson (MidwestCon) discusses the power of gamification for social change. Nancy Tinsley RN MBA FACHE offers insights on creating value in innovation, and Matt W Gore provides expertise on crafting impactful pitch decks. These sessions represent the first step of PeaceRise's commitment to building a knowledge-rich community, where learning from experienced professionals inspires meaningful innovation and collaboration.
PeaceRise extends invitations to academic institutions at local, regional, national, and international levels, encouraging them to participate with their teams. With events designed to be hybrid, participants from any location can easily join and contribute. This approach underscores our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive platform where experts and novices alike can share, learn, and collaborate towards common goals in the PeaceTech space.
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