In recent years, the Asia-Pacific region has experienced an alarming increase in natural disasters. The powerful Typhoon Doksuri that caused widespread flooding in China and the Philippines, the devastating earthquakes in Papua New Guinea, and ongoing volcanic activity in Indonesia are just some examples that remind us of our shared vulnerability. Now more than ever, technology offers powerful tools to help communities prepare, endure, and recover.
On 27 November, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (GMT+8), join us for D-Tech Spotlight: Disaster Resilience via Technology. This exciting virtual event is hosted by e27 in partnership with Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential. This webinar brings together innovative minds and groundbreaking startups dedicated to building resilience through disaster technology (D-Tech). It offers investors, industry leaders, and passionate individuals the chance to engage directly with real solutions. With each presentation, you’ll see how technology is reshaping how communities manage risk, respond to, and recover from natural disasters.
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The D-Tech Spotlight experience
D-Tech Spotlight is designed to provide a comprehensive look into the evolving world of disaster resilience technologies. It also aims to build a community with the people driving this essential field forward. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover impactful solutions through access to groundbreaking technologies. These technologies focus on disaster risk reduction, rapid response, and sustainable recovery. From early warning systems to innovative rebuilding tools, these solutions create a safer, more prepared future for communities everywhere.
In addition to the technologies, participants will gain insights from thought leaders in the field. Industry experts, NGO representatives, and corporate partners will share valuable knowledge from their hands-on experiences and strategic approaches. Their insights will provide attendees with both inspiration and practical strategies for fostering stronger, safer communities. The participating startups are Alerto PH, Bike Scouts, CoolESG, Kacific Broadband Satellites Ltd., Kinetic Analysis Corporation, Lambdai Space, USHER Technologies Inc., Wateroam, WealthRyse, and Zeal Industries Limited.
The SAFE STEPS D-Tech Community Hub
Beyond this webinar, the event also offers the chance to join a thriving global community. Attendees will connect with a network of investors, innovators, and partners within the SAFE STEPS D-Tech Community Hub. Prudence Foundation launched this initiative in partnership with e27, the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC), and Amazon Web Services (AWS). This hub serves as a space where individuals, startups, experts, and organizations dedicated to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) come together.
As a collaborative platform, it is designed to encourage idea-sharing, foster partnerships, and drive innovation in D-Tech solutions. By uniting these diverse stakeholders, the SAFE STEPS D-Tech Community Hub plays a pivotal role in advancing resilience and building a safer, more prepared world. Thus, for anyone passionate about disaster resilience, this is the perfect opportunity to engage with the technologies and people shaping a more disaster-ready world.
Register now to secure your spot and join us in this journey toward stronger, safer communities.
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