About
SocialTech Lab (STL) is an NGO based in Nicosia, Cyprus dedicated to fostering resilient entrepreneurial ecosystems. We use entrepreneurship & innovation to bridge divides, empower local change-makers, and solve social and environmental challenges.
STL is a local implementer of NEB programmes in Cyprus (Ignite+Grow), is a NEB Prize Finalist, and is a member of the South Hub NEBA Academy.
Our 10-year track record has garnered a 7000+ community, 150+ programmes (accelerators, venture builders, hackathons, etc.), and 10+ digital startup tools. We are actively looking to contribute as a committed partner to NEB Horizon Europe proposals, particularly those aligned with our expertise in entrepreneurship, social innovation, sustainability, circular and creative economies, urban innovation, mobility, and built environment.
Within a consortium, we leverage our 10+ years of experience in innovation programming, impact entrepreneurship, peacebuilding, and EU funded projects to contribute as: Work Package Lead (capacity building, curriculum development, research), Dissemination Communication & Exploitation Lead, and Pilot Partner (with direct access to a community of 7,000+). We can also recommend partners from our network to strengthen consortiums.
If you're seeking experienced and impact-oriented partners in Cyprus or the Eastern Mediterranean region, we’d love to explore potential synergies. Would you be open to a short introductory call? You can pick a time directly here: https://calendar.app.google/9tBwYRnQoh6otLZZ6. You can also find a brief overview of our offer as EU project partners here: https://docsend.com/view/ds3pxt3mr43bdkba. Looking forward to connecting!
Connecting the green transformation, social inclusion and local democracy
NEB-2026-01-PARTICIPATION-01: Addressing homelessness through housing-led approaches aligned with the NEBNEB-2026-01-PARTICIPATION-02: Innovative approaches for the spatial design of neighbourhoodsNEB-2026-01-PARTICIPATION-03: Understanding inhabitant’s experiences of neighbourhoods to support their health and well-being
Circular and regenerative approaches for the built environment
NEB-2026-01-REGEN-01: Sustainable, inclusive, affordable and beautiful solutions for thermal comfort in buildingsNEB-2026-01-REGEN-02: Advancing sustainable maintenance and repair measures for existing buildingsNEB-2026-01-REGEN-03: Innovative solutions for the sustainable and beautiful use of vertical space
Innovative funding and new business models for the transformation of neighbourhoods
NEB-2026-01-BUSINESS-01: Structurally addressing homelessness through coordinated social infrastructure and services in neighbourhoodsNEB-2026-01-BUSINESS-02: Understanding capital market dynamics for increased investment in NEB projects in neighbourhoodsNEB-2026-01-BUSINESS-03: Approaches to reuse vacant, obsolete or underutilised spaces