The Base by CyprusInno

The Base by CyprusInno is the world's first Social Impact Generator™ by CyprusInno, situated in a military buffer zone in Cyprus' UN Buffer Zone in Nicosia, the last divided capital in Europe. This innovative space integrates a coworking space, accelerator/incubator, innovation center, meeting/office space, and multimedia studio. Functioning as a Social Impact Generator™, it fosters the co-creation of social and economic impact across diverse focus areas, uniting the private and public sectors, along with civil society, through digital and physical tools. CyprusInno and The Base by CyprusInno are spearheaded by SocialTech Lab, which operates at the convergence of technology, entrepreneurship, and peacebuilding with the objective of bridging divides, empowering local change-makers, and addressing social and environmental challenges in conflict-affected regions. Notably, this initiative has garnered several accolades, including the 2023 European Enterprise Promotion Award for Responsible & Inclusive Entrepreneurship, the 2022 UN SDG Action Award, and the 2022 Social Venture of the Obama Leaders Europe Program, solidifying its position as a prominent peacetech platform. Additionally, it has received recognition through the Stelios Bicommunal Award for Lasting Peace in Cyprus presented by Sir Stelios Hadjiioannou, the Commonwealth Innovation Award for Sustainable Development, and the South Europe Startup Awards Regional Finalist honors. Founded in 2021, The Base by CyprusInno is revolutionizing the entrepreneurial landscape by leveraging innovation as a catalyst for peacebuilding and sustainable development within the region. With its unprecedented approach, it promises to be an exciting prospect for potential venture capital investment.