Call For Applications: Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator (Up to $150,000
The WFP Innovation Accelerator is launching the second edition of the Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator (HIA), powered by the Government of the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg. HIA aims to support technology-powered solutions addressing pressing challenges faced by vulnerable populations and humanitarian actors. The platform supports selected ventures and solution providers with financial, technical, and methodological support from the WFP Innovation Accelerator and its partner ecosystem.
As extreme weather events, conflict, and displacement escalate, humanitarian needs continue to grow, outpacing available resources. Addressing these complex and interconnected challenges requires a shift from traditional humanitarian approaches to more adaptive, technology-driven solutions and strategic partnerships. Technological advancements have the potential to mitigate disasters, enhance emergency response efficiency, and transform the lives of vulnerable communities worldwide. HIA seeks proven, innovative, technology-driven solutions that provide crisis-affected populations with access to information, financial resources, and essential infrastructure. Additionally, HIA seeks innovations that strengthen humanitarian organizations’ crisis management and coordination capabilities.
They welcome applications from established startups, companies, NGOs, and organizations ready to scale impactful solutions for global humanitarian challenges to showcase their innovations that fit under one of four challenge areas. They also welcome “wildcard” entries, including cutting-edge technologies that currently operate in other sectors but have strong potential to be adapted for humanitarian and emergency settings.
They strongly encourage applications from organizations implementing solutions in the following regions:
Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Chad, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iraq, Laos, Lebanon, Libya,, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar Niger, Palestine, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria, Ukraine and Yemen
* Applications outside these regions will still be considered if they demonstrate alignment with the call for applications and eligibility criteria.
* Key Considerations:
- The organization pays attention to environmental protection, as well as social inclusion and cohesion.
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Hands-on support
Visibility
Funding
Mentorship and Global Access
1. To submit your application, please fill in the before
2. Or, if you know a relevant venture or solution for us to consider for this program, please let us know by filling out this Referral Submission Form.
3. We will review and select successful applications to invite to HIA. While we value all applications, we are only able to contact shortlisted applicants.
4. For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions.
Deadline: April 20, 2025
Click HERE to Apply
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