​Are you developing technology that saves lives in the face of natural disasters? The SAFE STEPS D-Tech Awards 2025 is your opportunity to make an impact.

​Created by Prudence Foundation and supported by strategic partners e27, the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC), and Amazon Web Services (AWS), the D-Tech Awards aims to find, fund, and support innovative technology solutions that protect communities before, during, and after disaster events.

​At this virtual launch, you’ll:

• ​Learn about the D-Tech Awards 2025 and how it can accelerate your innovation.

• ​Get a walkthrough of the application guidelines to help you submit your strongest entry.

• ​Hear inspiring stories from past finalists, showcasing their experience and impact since joining the awards.

​Whether you're new to the D-Tech Awards or returning to explore fresh opportunities, this event is the perfect starting point.

​RSVP Now to reserve your spot!

​Agenda

​10:55 AM - Doors Open
11:00 AM - Welcome & Introduction
11:05 AM - Opening Remarks by Prudence Foundation, AWS and IFRC
11:15 AM - Spotlight on Past Finalists (LivingWater Systems and BikeScouts)
11:30 AM - What to Expect from D-Tech Awards 2025
11:45 AM - Q&A Session
11:55 AM - Closing Remarks
12:00 PM - Event Ends

​About Prudence Foundation

​​Prudence Foundation is the community investment arm of Prudential plc in Asia and Africa. The Foundation is a Hong Kong registered charitable entity. It was incorporated in 2011 in Hong Kong as a non-profit entity to operate the regional Community Investment programmes of Prudential plc covering both life insurance operations and Eastspring Investments.

​​About e27

​Founded in 2007, e27 has a strong mandate to give all entrepreneurs a winning chance to succeed; providing them with relevant tools and resources to build and scale their companies in Asia's tech ecosystem. e27 provides a go-to platform for connections, insights, funding, and more. Everything you would need to build a billion-dollar company.

​About Amazon Web Services (AWS)

​Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud. Millions of customers, including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies, are using AWS to lower costs, become more agile, and innovate faster. AWS enables disaster response organizations to access cloud services at the edge, even in the harshest conditions, and supports communities throughout the disaster lifecycle by improving access to AWS technologies and providing technical expertise and prototype development.

​About International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC)

​The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian network, comprising 190 member National Societies that work to save lives and promote dignity around the world.

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