Kluz Prize for PeaceTech

New Blog Post: How Artificial Intelligence Can Support Peace On September 20th, 2024, Kluz Ventures hosted the annual Kluz Prize for PeaceTech Award Ceremony which brought together technology entrepreneurs, peacebuilders, funders, and other experts to celebrate innovative uses of technology for peace. When implemented responsibly, artificial intelligence (AI) was featured as a way to foster peace, prevent violence, and rebuild societies after a conflict. This was echoed at the New York University (NYU) Peace Research and Education Program (PREP) and Becera event on September 19th on practical AI applications for good. This blog features a series of case studies outlining the possible positive applications of AI before, during and after a conflict, drawing on the insights and examples mentioned at both events. Read the full blog post: https://lnkd.in/eTyXcPcq

Insights from the 2024 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech Award Ceremony ?? The 2024 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech Award Ceremony was held on September 20th, 2024, on the eve of the International Day of Peace. The event celebrated the potential of technology to help foster peace, resolve conflict, and safeguard human rights across the globe. From AI-driven landmine detection to early warning systems predicting violent conflicts, the event showcased the innovations in the field of PeaceTech. The event began with Opening Remarks by Artur Kluz followed by a panel discussion moderated by The GovLab’s Stefaan Verhulst, PhD including industry experts William Brinson Weeks, MD, PhD, MBA (Microsoft), Christine Keung (J2 Ventures), and Peter Rabley (Open Geospatial Consortium). The event also included presentations from the 2024 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech winners: Aerobotics7, theDEEP, Violence & Impacts Early-Warning System (VIEWS), and Lunasonde. Learn more about the event highlights, and 2024 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech winners in the event blog. ?? https://lnkd.in/g5ZR9Smf #PeaceTech #Innovation #AIForGood #HumanitarianTech #GlobalPeace #TechForGood

And finally - the 2024 winner of the Kluz Prize for Peacetech, Aerobotics7. Aerobotics7 focuses on the detection and removal of landmines and unexploded ordnance using AI, sensor fusion, and autonomous systems. Their proprietary drone-based system, EAGLE A7, can detect, track and help neutralize hidden threats such as landmines without risking human lives. By providing accurate, efficient and scalable solution to mitigate the risks posed by active and post-war threats, Aerobotics7 is enhancing safety and freedom of movement across the world. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eWsq77FQ #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

Sometimes, you need a higher viewpoint to get the full picture. Combining space imaging and geoscience, Lunasonde is supporting global peace and sustainability efforts through a proprietary AstroGPR? satellite remote sensing radar that benefits humanity by locating valuable subsurface resources, such as previously unknown aquifers, and groundwater deposits. By detecting the depth-to-water table in known aquifers, Lunasonde provides a near real-time measurement of regional water scarcity and can discover hitherto untapped “fossil aquifers”, providing a new water source for drought-stricken areas. Awarded the “Space Technology” Special Distinction from the Kluz Prize for Peacetech in 2024. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eFxzXU2Z #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

Information is power - the power to help those affected by conflict or natural disasters. An initiative developed by the Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehj?lp, the Data Entry and Exploration Platform (DEEP) is suite of free, open-source tools for compiling, storing and structuring data and qualitative information. From Ukraine to Sudan to Türkiye and beyond, the DEEP global community of experts have leveraged this scaleable suite of capabilities to address some of the most pressing humanitarian information challenges of the past decade. For over 8 years, DEEP has played a pivotal role contributing to strategic planning through the UN’s Humanitarian Program Cycle (HPC) and supporting secondary data analysis for Humanitarian Needs Overviews (HNO) across the globe. Awarded the “Humanitarian Impact” Special Distinction from the Kluz Prize for Peacetech in 2024. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dw77CEVB #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

Introducing VIEWS: Violence & Impacts Early-Warning System Developed by a research consortium, led by PRIO and Uppsala University, VIEWS pools the expertise of renowned researchers across the world to deliver actionable insights, empowering timely interventions to prevent or mitigate conflicts and their adverse humanitarian impacts - with all data and forecasting tools are publicly available. Awarded the “Use of AI for Peace” Special Distinction from the Kluz Prize for Peacetech in 2024. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eHK37fp3 #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

What does the future of peacetech look like? The Kluz Prize for Peacetech helps peacetech projects with development and publicity. Over the next week, we’ll be introducing and spotlighting the incredible initiatives awarded Special Distinctions at the Kluz Prize for Peacetech this year - offering a unique glimpse into the future of the peacetech industry. https://lnkd.in/e6RZ67nj #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

Aerobotics7 is the winner of the 2024 Kluz Prize for Peacetech! Founded in 2016 by Harsh Zala when he was just 14 years old - Aerobotics7 develops advanced drone-based sensing technology that can detect on-surface or buried landmines and unexploded ordnance. This drone technology is also capable of neutralizing explosives without risking deminers’ lives, reclaiming millions of hectares of land from the effects of conflict. This year’s Kluz Prize was presented to the winner today in New York, in an award ceremony that also honored and spotlighted leading peacetech projects with distinctions. https://lnkd.in/eUqAd2zi https://lnkd.in/e-4r8iB8 Please join us in congratulating Aerobotics7 on this incredible achievement for peacetech. #peacetech #kluzprize #technologyforpeace

The 2024 Kluz Prize for Peacetech Award Ceremony is less than 24 hours away. The Selection Committee for the annual prize is formed of senior leaders across a variety of global industries, including sustainability, venture capital, defense/aerospace, philanthropy and more. This year, the awards ceremony is taking place on September 20th in New York City, where the committee will choose the 2024 winners from a roster of incredible submissions from the growing world of peacetech. Find out more about the ceremony: https://lnkd.in/e6RZ67nj #peacetech #KluzPrize #technologyforpeace

Meet the 2023 winners of the Kluz Prize, Commit Global Commit Global has developed, deployed, and is currently maintaining a groundbreaking Humanitarian Digital Civic Infrastructure to support Ukrainian refugees. This integrated ecosystem of digital solutions ensures refugees have access to timely and accurate information, housing, transportation, and healthcare support. It also provides UN and government agencies with essential aid management tools for swift and effective interventions, ensuring that no refugee is left behind. Commit Global has so far supported over 1.6 million refugees with verified trusted information on border crossing, legal information, access to social, medical, educational services, to safe verified housing and counseling in a continuous effort to combat human trafficking and other vulnerabilities. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e6W8YjDm #peacetech #kluzprize #technologyforpeace