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Who are this year’s WSA winners? 🤩   We can’t tell you just yet—but here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes! Nora Wolloch, our Executive Manager, shares insights into the Online Jury phase, which is just about to wrap up.   💡 Who are the jurors? 💡 What does it take to stand out? 💡 And why should you mark December 23rd in your Calendar?   Listen up.    How about our WSA Jurors in here - any stories or insights you'd like to share? We'd love to hear them ☺️.

Day 2 Highlights: European Young Innovators Festival 🇪🇺 Day 2 was packed with insights, inspiration, and innovation! Here's a look at the incredible sessions and moments that made the day unforgettable: 🚀 The sessions kicked off with Artificial X Human with shot talks on the potential and challenges of #AI and humanity.   “Cyborg Ethics: Merging Man and Machine” by Adam Montandon, exploring the fascinating intersection of humanity, technology and the rise of Cyborgs.  “Can Biased Humans Build Unbiased AI?” by Odeta Iseviciute, challenging us to rethink whether or not AI is part of the natural planetary evolution  “Trustworthy AI: From Algorithms to Accountability” by Roman Kern, emphasizing the importance of checks and balances of AI. 🌟 Social Tech by Women, featured a lively fishbowl discussion moderated by Ines Šuh provided deeper insights into the challenges and triumphs of women driving social impact through #technology. Trailblazing female #entrepreneurs, included: Kaja Aulik, Latitude59, Estonia, Ana Brigovic, ACT Grupa, Croatia, Gabriella Chihan Stanley, Co-founder & CCO vrisch, Paraguay/Austria. 🌎 World Café & Youth Inspiration moderated by Nora Wolloch and Helen Thiele, this interactive session encouraged participants to exchange ideas and co-create solutions on what specific actions can young people and communities take to protect and promotion European values #PEVA. 🎤 European Young Innovators Pitch Session - Digital Impact Solutions moderated by Denby Royal, Peftrust, France/Canada and Connor Sattely, Netherlands/US.  Independo GmbH, Austria AISA School, United Kingdom The Starving Artist, United Kingdom Clean Something For Nothing™, Luxembourg coridor.co, Turkey eMarket Smieci.eu, Poland Greenplan, Germany HerzensApp GmbH, Austria Insavior App, Cyprus Language Supp Ukraina, Poland roommate.ge, Georgia SignAvatar, Serbia Voovo, Hungary 💡 Local Heroes also took the stage to share their cutting-edge solutions, ranging from health tech to #sustainability #innovations. Predicting Health Evias arterioscope Konomondo 🍴 The day concluded with networking at City Hall, where attendees connected over local delicacies and inspiring conversations. Key speakers included: Prof. Dr. Peter A. Bruck, WSA Chairperson, Guenter Riegler, City Councillor for Economic Affairs and Culture, Graz, Sabrina Petutschnig, COO Science Park Graz (SPG). 🚀 Tomorrow promises even more inspiration as we dive deeper into workshops, discussions, and collaborative opportunities. #WSA #EYIF2024

Day 1 Highlights: European Young Innovators Festival 🇪🇺 The festival is off to an incredible start! We began with the Festival Warm-Up and Get2Know Each Other, facilitated by the inspiring Josine Bakkes, Community Builder from the Netherlands. This interactive session set the tone for #collaboration, sparking connections and conversations among brilliant young innovators from across Europe. Thank you to Next-Incubator & FH JOANNEUM for the Energy Marker Workshop bringing together the Graz community to find #sustainable and accessible solutions to #energy management.  The evening took us to the heart of Styria with Connect 4 Impact & Welcome to Styria, where Peer2Peer Networking activities created a buzz of ideas and synergies. We’re thrilled to have such an inspiring group of changemakers gathered in this vibrant city. Your passion and ideas are already lighting up this event, and we’re excited for the impact we will create together. The next days are packed with workshops, keynotes, and panels diving into #AI, #greentech, and the latest innovation. Don’t miss the chance to collaborate, explore, and contribute to shaping Europe’s #innovation future.  Let’s keep the energy high and continue to #Connect4Impact. 🚀 #WSA #EYIF2024 📸 MrFoto.at

The countdown is on – just one week to go! Graz is about to light up with innovation! The European Young Innovators Festival is back from November 27-29 in Graz, Austria! 🇪🇺🚀 This year, we’re exploring the game-changing theme: Artificial X Human: Boosting Innovation with Ethics. Don't miss your chance to connect with international #entrepreneurs, exchange groundbreaking ideas, and discover #digital solutions shaping Europe and beyond. Secure your spot now! November 27-29 | Graz, Austria 🇦🇹 👉 Get your tickets today! https://lnkd.in/gS3PMcwa Be part of the movement that’s driving ethical innovation and redefining the future. See you in Graz! #Connect4Impact #EuropeanYoungInnovators #WSA

Thank You to Our Partners for Supporting the European Young Innovators Festival in Graz! 🇪🇺 We couldn’t have chosen a better city than Graz to host this celebration of creativity and innovation. Its unique qualities make it the perfect backdrop for young innovators from across Europe. But none of this would be possible without the incredible support of our partners! ✨ Academic Excellence: Graz’s renowned universities and research centers provide fertile ground for groundbreaking ideas. ✨ Thriving Tech Ecosystem: From #AI to #biotech and #greentech, Graz is at the forefront of cutting-edge industries. ✨ Dynamic Start-Up Scene: With co-working spaces, accelerators, and investor networks, this city empowers visionaries to bring ideas to life. ✨ Creative and Cultural Vibes: As a #UNESCO City of Design, Graz inspires collaboration and creativity at every turn. ✨ Commitment to Sustainability: Its eco-conscious policies resonate with the festival's vision for a greener, more #sustainable future. ✨ Governmental Support: Graz fosters growth and #entrepreneurship through innovation-friendly policies and funding. ✨ City of Human Rights: Graz stands out as a beacon for social justice, inclusivity, and respect for human dignity, making it a fitting location to inspire collaboration and #innovation rooted in shared values. We are grateful for the collaboration and shared vision of our partners, who make it possible to bring the next generation of European innovators together. Your support fuels their potential and helps shape a brighter future. Join us from November 27-29 in Graz, Austria, and be part of this incredible journey! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ggNsdwuR Das Land Steiermark Stadt Graz Bundesministerium für Klimaschutz, Umwelt, Energie, Mobilität, Innovation & Technologie Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy Bundesministerium für Finanzen Science Park Graz (SPG) FFG Austrian Research Promotion Agency Region Graz Next-Incubator wastebox.biz Erste Bank und Sparkasse  FH CAMPUS 02  FH Joanneum Kenne Deine Rechte University of Graz Unicorn Start-up & Innovation Hub Creative Industries Styria ProEuropeanValuesAT Social Business Hub Styria Green Tech Valley Gründungsgarage Ideentriebwerk OSCE Revolise Austria Wirtschaftsservice Let’s #Connect4Impact and celebrate #EuropeanYoungInnovators together! 🚀 #EYIF24

How can we effectively drive the energy transition forward and communicate it in an accessible way? ☀️ This is the central question posed at the Innovation Hub Next-Incubator Energie Steiermark. As part of this mission, Next-Incubator joins the European Young Innovators Festival, where young visionaries from across Europe will collaborate and share insights on #sustainable #innovation. 🚀 Join the transformation at the #EYIF2024 and don't miss out on the 'How to Speak Engery' Live Experience by Next-Incubator at Sporgasse 24, Graz, Austria. See you there! ⚡

🌍✨ Calling all change-makers and innovators to Graz! ✨🌍 Join us at the European Young Innovators Festival from November 27-29 in Graz, Austria, where we’re spotlighting women’s contributions to social tech innovation! Don’t miss our Social Tech by Women session – a powerful lineup of inspirational talks led by #femaleentrepreneurs from across Europe who are redefining social impact through technology. 🚀 Moderated by Ines Šuh, Science Park Graz (SPG), this session will feature: Gabriella Chihan Stanley, Co-founder & CCO vrisch, Paraguay, Austria Kaja Aulik from Arbonics, Estonia Ana Brigovic from ACT Grupa, Croatia Katrin Wallner, Lanbiotic, Austria This is your chance to connect, learn, and be inspired by visionary leaders tackling global challenges with digital solutions. Secure your spot to be part of the conversation on “Artificial X Human: Boosting Innovation with Ethics.” Let’s #Connect4Impact together and shape the future of digital and ethical innovation in Europe! 📅 Get your tickets now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ggNsdwuR #EuropeanYoungInnovators #SocialTechByWomen #WSA #InnovationForGood

Das European Young Innovators Festival kommt zurück nach Graz! 🇪🇺 Unter dem Motto: Artificial X Human: Innovation mit Ethik fördern haben Sie die Chance, internationale #Unternehmer kennenzulernen, Kontakte zu knüpfen und sich von ihnen inspirieren zu lassen, deren #digitale Lösungen Europa und darüber hinaus verändern. 🚀 Das erwartet Sie beim #EYIF2024 1. Einblicke in die besten digitalen Lösungen aus Europa, die die nachhaltigen Entwicklungsziele der Vereinten Nationen erreichen. 2. Entdecken Sie mit Experten und Vordenkern aus Europa und darüber hinaus Spitzentechnologie und Branchentrends. 3. Vernetzen und feiern Sie mit einer gleichgesinnten Community von Impact-Unternehmern, die nach einer nachhaltigeren Zukunft streben. Holen Sie sich jetzt Ihre Tickets und nehmen Sie vom 27. bis 29. November am WSA in Graz, Österreich, teil 🇦🇹 👉 https://lnkd.in/ggNsdwuR #Connect4Impact #EuropeanYoungInnovators #WSA #EYIF2024

The Impact Blueprint video series is here! This 10-part series is packed with real stories, actionable tips, and everything you need to start your own impact journey 🚀

Congratulations to all the teams representing Portugal! Welcome to the WSA Global Round where your solutions will be judged alongside the world's top innovations driving the United Nations #SDGs! Best of luck to all the Portugal Winners! 🏆