open innovation lab

The goal of the open innovation lab is to foster a multidisciplinary community dedicated to driving social change through innovative projects. Get access to workshops, community events, mentoring and our creative innovation space to bring your ideas to life and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about social impact. The next open ilab will run from July 2024 to February 2025 – applications close 30th June!

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Who is the programme for?

The open ilab is open to teams connected to the University of Vienna who want to take action to solve societal issues. We especially encourage teams with creative solutions aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to apply, which cover topics ranging from poverty eradication to climate action, address global challenges and promote a more equitable and sustainable future.

Don't have a team yet? Join our social innovation hackathon!

Find other people passionate about social change and join the open ilab together. The social innovation hackathon will take place on the 5th & 8th July at our creative innovation space in Vienna.

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what to expect

workshops

From theory of change to funding opportunities, we will cover the most important topics to ensure you have the tools to create sustainable projects.​

community

Become part of the social impact ecosystem and benefit from our creative innovation space, peer sessions, events and networking opportunities. ​

mentoring

Connect with a diverse set of experts and mentors who will support and empower you throughout your journey.

timeline

  • application

    30th June Apply directly to the open ilab as a team or join the social innovation hackathon to find members. Apply for the open ilab or register for the hackathon here.

  • social innovation hackathon

    5th & 8th July Find out more about the social innovation hackathon here.

  • kick off

    19th July

    Meet the other participants, get access to the creative innovation space, and learn about the next steps.

  • workshops

    Learn about various topics from theory of change to storytelling, impact assessment and the funding of social projects. 

  • collaborative learning

    Turn your idea into reality through MOOC learning, connect with the community during our focus sessions and receive support through regular check-ins.

  • end of programme

    28th February

    Showcase your progress, connect with other participants and network with stakeholders from the ecosystem.

Ready to make a difference?

We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered and therefore encourage teams with different perspectives and backgrounds to apply.

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Applications will close on 30th June! 

Questions? Don't hesitate to reach out!

Join our Slack Community or write an e-mail to entrepreneurship@univie.ac.at.  

Marco Masia

Head of Entrepreneurship

Clara Conrad-Billroth

Technology Transfer & Social Entrepreneurship

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