The Kluz Prize for PeaceTech
Kluz Prize for PeaceTech 2026
Using emerging technologies to advance peace and human dignity
Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech! Applications for this year's Prize are now closed. The winners will be notified early September.
About the 2026 Event
The Kluz Prize for PeaceTech will host a landmark event in New York City on September 23rd, 2026, in coordination with the UN General Assembly and the International Day of Peace.
The event will include:
- Presentations from this year's winners and special distinctions, showcasing their innovative initiatives that advance peace through innovative technology
- A high-level panel discussion exploring the next era of the PeaceTech movement
- Remarks from Artur Kluz, Founder and CEO of Kluz Ventures, on the PeaceTech investment landscape
- A networking reception with peace makers and innovators
Interested in attending the event? Please email us at info@kluzprize.org, introducing yourself and your work related to PeaceTech.
2026 Roadmap
Applications Open
Submit your application for the 2026 Kluz Prize for PeaceTech.
August 10, 2026 | Application Deadline
Apply by 9:00 AM EDT.
Mid to Late August 2026 | Deliberation
The selection committee reviews all applications.
Early September 2026 | Decision
The winner(s) are notified and invited to the award ceremony.
September 23, 2026 | Award Ceremony
Winners are honored at an award ceremony.
2026 Selection Committee
Andrew SchroederCo-Director, CrisisReady
Artur KluzInvestor and Founder, Kluz Ventures
Benjamin ZeitounInvestor, Starburst Ventures
Bill GreerCo-Founder, Common Space
Christine KeungGeneral Partner, J2 Ventures
Francesca BoscoSenior Advisor on AI, Digital Resilience & Emerging Technologies; Trustee, Center for Cyber Safety and Education
Jamon Van Den HoekDirector, Conflict Ecology; Professor of Geography and Geospatial Science, Oregon State University
Jannicke MikkelsenAstronaut, Vehicle Commander, and Founder & CEO, O2XR
Johan MoyersoenFounder and General Manager, Impact Licensing Initiative
Lucas CremersFormer Software Engineer, Goldman Sachs
Rhiannan PriceCo-Founder, Common Space
Stefaan VerhulstCo-Founder, The GovLab and The DataTank
Taylor BlackDirector of AI & Venture Ecosystems, Office of the CTO, Microsoft; Inaugural Director, Leonum Institute for AI & Emerging Technologies (Catholic University of America)