UNICEF Venture Fund is offering $100,000 in equity-free funding for early-stage startups focusing on technologies that empower women and girls. The fund aims to address the specific needs of women and girls by tackling social and economic drivers that affect their well-being. The fund seeks solutions in three key areas: improving health outcomes, addressing unique challenges faced by women and girls, and empowering them socially and economically.
The fund is looking for technology solutions that go beyond healthcare and empower women holistically. These solutions could include digital health platforms, AI-driven tools for maternal and reproductive health, and on-demand healthcare services. Additionally, the fund is interested in addressing gender data gaps, improving accessibility for underserved communities, and designing solutions for gender-specific challenges in different cultural contexts.
Startups leveraging frontier technologies such as AI, data science, and blockchain for social impact can apply for funding. The deadline for applications is May 8, 2025. This funding opportunity is part of UNICEF’s effort to bridge the gap between technology advancement and its accessibility to marginalized groups, particularly women and girls. For more information on how to apply for funding and other similar opportunities, sign up for email updates from ICTworks.
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