Call for Applications
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Accelerator sources, supports, and scales bold new solutions to disrupt global hunger and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
The WFP Innovation Accelerator is launching the second edition of 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.
What we offer
● Participation in a co-creation experience and learning experience to activate your path to scale.
● Opportunity to pitch your solution on a global stage at the Luxembourg Humanitarian Days.
● Participation in ecosystem events and networking opportunities.
● Opportunity to apply for the WFP Sprint Programme, for up to 12 months of acceleration support and access to:
○ Support from the WFP Innovation Accelerator and relevant partners through the duration of the sprint.
○ Mentorship and access to a global network of relevant stakeholders in the humanitarian space.
○ Equity-free funding up to USD $150,000 for the implementation of a proposed scaling plan
What we are looking for
As climate-induced disasters, 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 enable crisis-affected communities to have access to information, financial resources, and essential infrastructure. Additionally, HIA seeks innovations that strengthen humanitarian organizations’ crisis management and coordination capabilities.
We 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 themes below. We 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.
