She Loves Tech, the global platform championing women entrepreneurs, celebrated its 10th anniversary with a bang. The competition is known for its commitment to closing the funding gap for women. It introduced five new thematic awards this year. These are besides its $20,000 USD equity-free cash prize for the global winner.
Ten daring female entrepreneurs took the stage, pitching their innovative ideas to a panel of industry experts. Among the standout performers was Farmtri who took second place and Unprude grabbed the first place. Farmtri, creates a social impact in agriculture with its AI technology in eliminating farm waste. Unprude, a groundbreaking app tackling the sensitive issue of sex in the Philippines.
Dr. Rica Cruz and Trish Bautista are two of the three partners behind Unprude. They captured the hearts of the judges and audience alike with their powerful pitch. The app has become a lifeline for countless Filipinos dealing with sexual health issues. It offers a safe and accessible platform for education, therapy, and support.
Unprude is shattering the stigma surrounding sex in a deeply conservative society. The organization is empowering individuals. It is also driving positive social change. With their well-deserved win, Dr. Cruz will now represent Southeast Asia at the She Loves Tech Global Finals in Singapore. She will vie for the coveted $20,000 USD prize.
As Unprude continues to make waves, it serves as an inspiration. It motivates other women entrepreneurs to tackle challenging issues and create meaningful impact.
