--- title: "Nine Migration Challenge Finalists to showcase their solutions during \"It Takes a Community\" Campaign" url: https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/nine-migration-challenge-finalists-showcase-their-solutions-during-it-takes-community-campaign/ --- 1. [HOME](/) 2. [RESOURCES](/content-hub/) 3. [NEWSROOM](/content-hub/newsroom/) 4. NINE MIGRATION CHALLENGE FINALISTS TO SHOWCASE THEIR SOLUTIONS DURING "IT TAKES A COMMUNITY" CAMPAIGN ![Nine Migration Challenge Finalists to showcase their solutions during "It Takes a Community" Campaign](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/header-migration-ioe.max-1500x500.png) GLOBAL • MIGRATION ## Nine Migration Challenge Finalists to showcase their solutions during "It Takes a Community" Campaign IOE JUNE 18, 2021 IOE and the Swiss-based incubator Seedstars have announced the nine finalists of the IOE Third Migration Challenge Start-up Competition. #### WRITTEN BY ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/ioe.max-376x376.png) ‎ IOE ‎ [CONTACT US](/contact-us/) The [Migration Challenge](https://www.ioe-emp.org/news/details/ioe-and-seedstars-announce-finalists-of-2021-migration-challenge-start-up-competition), now in its third cycle, looks to identify the most promising human resources, civictech, fintech and edtech start-ups with solution-oriented products and services to improve the migration processes that respond to labour market needs and contribute to a positive narrative of migration. The goal of the first two editions of the [Migration Challenge](https://www.ioe-emp.org/news/details/ioe-and-seedstars-announce-finalists-of-2021-migration-challenge-start-up-competition) was to find more sustainable and scalable solutions to the migration issues, showcase the latest tech businesses and support them in their scale-up phase and connect the tech startup finalists with the leaders and participants of the [Global Forum on Migration and Development](http://www.gfmd.org/). In its latest edition, the Challenge adds another layer to include tech start-ups that contribute to shifting the narrative and building inclusive and welcoming communities that benefit businesses, migrants, and their host communities. Moreover, in the post Covid-19 context, the competition increases in relevance as it offers start-ups with much-needed support as they struggle to navigate the economic challenges created by the pandemic. Application call was open for tech start-ups in Asia and Europe, including Eastern Europe and Central Asia’s emerging markets. After thorough screening and interviews, nine finalists from these regions were selected to compete in the final pitching session and face Jury Panel for Q&A. Finalists of the IOE Third Migration Challenge Competition are: [CrossWorks Company ltd](https://www.crossworks.info/), [FinFan](https://finfan.vn/), [Jobian,](https://jobian.com/)Just Good Works, [Lunes](https://lunes.app/), [Relocate.me](https://relocate.me/), [Staf Online](https://staf.online/), [World Like Home](https://www.world-like-home.com/) and [3minutesjob.com](http://www.3minutesjob.com/). The selected start-ups use technology to match skilled migrants – expats, tech and seasonal workers, intra-company transferees, to different sectors of employment facing skills shortages. Their products also offer ways for governments to share information and best practices to improve their migration policies, and provide migrant workers with access to financial, educational, and labour mobility services. By leveraging technologies, they provide practical solutions to shaping positive public narrative and empowering migrants. IOE Secretary-General Roberto Suárez Santos said: "This edition of the Migration Challenge Competition continues the vital support tech start-ups need to offer digital solutions that offer a triple win for migrants, businesses and host communities. Last year, we saw how important the recognition this competition offers is to innovative entrepreneurs, who are leveraging technologies to create one-stop shop platforms, digital tools, and smart apps. At IOE, we are proud to be a partner in this competition, and firmly believe it is a major contributor towards promoting well-managed migration as a positive force for change." The nine finalists will pitch for the main prize during the [It Takes a Community campaign](https://www.ittakesacommunity.org/) IOE Business week which will be launched from June 21-July 2 on International Organization for Migration platform. The winner of the competition will be awarded 5,000 Swiss francs. The winner and the two runners up will also receive a scholarship for personalised mentorship sessions designed to support entrepreneurs, especially in a post Covid-19 environment, to reduce the time and efforts needed to fundraise and scale up their businesses. Last but not least, the nine finalists will join the Alumni Network of Migration Challenge where they will have access to opportunities for internal and external networking as well as prospects for international visibility and professional growth. PROUDLY PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ![ioe](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/IOE-card.max-350x350.png) ARTICLE GLOBAL SVALBARD AND JAN MAYEN OTHER MIGRATION ## More like this [ ![IOE and Seedstars announce the Fourth Migration Challenge](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/wetvp8awzentvo8uwahetvawetn89weauta0b9wpz.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • TECHNOLOGY #### IOE and Seedstars announce the Fourth Migration Challenge The International Organisation of Employers (IOE) and Seedstars have launched the fourth edition of The Migration Challenge. Sep. 08, 2023 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/ioe-and-seedstars-announce-fourth-migration-challenge/) [ ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Untitled_design_20.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • TECHNOLOGY #### The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize launch startup applications for second cohort The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize, a program designed for startups with a mission to enhance the inclusion of migrants, opens applications once again. Apr. 25, 2022 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/migration-entrepreneurship-prize-launch-startup-applications-second-cohort/) [ ![The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize: A startup program with the mission to enhance the economic inc](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Untitled_design_10.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • OTHER #### The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize: A startup program with the mission to enhance the economic inclusion of migrants in the Middle East and Africa The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize program is focused on socio-economic rights and reducing the vulnerability of migrants in the Middle East and Africa. Mar. 23, 2022 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/migration-entrepreneurship-prize-startup-program-mission-enhance-economic-inclusion-migrants-middle-east-and-africa/) [ ![Seedstars and FDFA announce MENA and African startup winners of the Migration Entrepreneurship Prize](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migrationprize.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • OTHER #### Seedstars and FDFA announce MENA and African startup winners of the Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2021 Seedstars and The Peace and Human Rights Division of the Swiss FDFA announce 20 global startup winners of the Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2021. Jul. 26, 2021 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/seedstars-and-fdfa-announce-mena-and-african-startup-winners-migration-entrepreneurship-prize-2021/) [ ![Migration Challenge – tech start-up competition to achieve tangible solutions in migration](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migration-challenge-thumbnail.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • #### Migration Challenge – tech start-up competition to achieve tangible solutions in migration The IOE, in partnership with Seedstars, a start-up incubator, and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, championed the Migration Challenge competition. Jul. 13, 2021 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/migration-challenge-tech-start-up-competition-to-achieve-tangible-solutions-in-migration/) [ ![Seedstars and FDFA champion migrant human rights through entrepreneurship prize](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migration.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • #### Seedstars and FDFA champion migrant human rights through entrepreneurship prize Seedstars and The Peace and Human Rights Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) have partnered together for the second time to announce The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2021 May. 10, 2021 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/seedstars-and-fdfa-champion-migrant-human-rights-through-entrepreneurship-prize/) [ ![IOE Third Migration Challenge now open for entries](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/ioe-migration-thumb.max-320x550.png) ASIA • OTHER #### IOE Third Migration Challenge now open for entries The International Organisation of Employers (IOE) and Seedstars are launching the third edition of The Migration Challenge with an open call to tech startups focused on improving regular migration Apr. 29, 2021 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/ioe-third-migration-challenge-now-open-entries/) [ ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/reducing_migrants_-_thumbnail.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • TECHNOLOGY #### Reducing Migrants Vulnerability in MENA and Africa Nov. 15, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/reducing-migrants-vulnerability-in-mena-and-africa/) [ ![Migration Challenge](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migrationchallenge.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • ECOSYSTEM ENABLER #### The 2020 Migration Challenge Call for Applications is Now Open Seedstars, in partnership with the International Organisation of Employers (IOE) and the Business Advisory Group on Migration, is to launch an open call for the Migration Challenge, Jul. 13, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/2020-migration-challenge-call-applications-now-open/) [ ![Migration](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migratiob.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • OTHER #### The Mag: Migration Everyone is a migrant, and most people are not a native of the place where they are born. So, why is the world divided into migrants and “natives”? Mar. 17, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/mag-migration/) [ ![Build Two Startups](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Untitled_design_30.max-320x550.png) AFRICA • TECHNOLOGY #### No Regrets Policy or How to Find Your New Home and Build Two Startups in the Meantime | Nat Robinson Leaf Global is one of the ten winners selected for the Entrepreneur Migration Prize by HSD. Mar. 03, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/no-regrets-policy-or-how-find-your-new-home-and-build-two-startups-meantime-nat-robinson/) [ ![Displaced People](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Untitled_design_37.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • EDUCATION & CONSULTING #### Bringing Displaced People Together With Locals | Berat Kjamili Talking about life as a migrant and as a social entrepreneur, Berat shared his story with us in this exclusive podcast. Mar. 03, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/bringing-displaced-people-together-locals-berat-kjamili/) [ ![Building Homes for Displaced People](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Home.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • URBAN DEVELOPMENT #### Building Homes for Displaced People Worldwide | Jens Olsson Looking for a more impactful role in the world, Jens joined Life Shelter as a Managing Director. Mar. 03, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/building-homes-displaced-people-worldwide-jens-olsson/) [ ![Support Entrepreneurs](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Untitled_design_38.max-320x550.png) AFRICA • MOBILITY #### Why Papa Returned to Senegal to Invest $50M USD to Support Entrepreneurs | Papa Amadou SARR Originally from a small town in Senegal, Papa Amadou has decided to dedicate his life to serve others. Mar. 03, 2020 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/why-papa-returned-senegal-invest-50m-usd-support-entrepreneurs-papa-amadou-sarr/) [ ![Migration Entreprenurship Prize](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/migration_entrepreneurship.max-320x550.png) MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • ECOSYSTEM ENABLER #### Open Call: Migration Entrepreneurship Prize for Startups Working to Reduce Vulnerability of Migrants in MENA and Africa This 1st December, the Human Security Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs together with Seedstars will launch an open call for startups in countries and regions prone to strong migration movements in MENA and Africa. Dec. 09, 2019 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/open-call-migration-entrepreneurship-prize-startups-working-reduce-vulnerability-migrants-mena-and-africa/) [ ![Migrant Workers](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/passport-thumbnail.max-320x550.png) GLOBAL • TECHNOLOGY #### Migrant Workers: Four Ideas On How Technology Can Support Skills Mobility In this article, we will focus on the question of mobility skills, because building the right framework and policies to enable the movement of people is primordial for a sustainable economy and social wellbeing of the world’s population. Oct. 22, 2019 ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/life/migrant-workers-four-ideas-how-technology-can-support-skills-mobility/) --- ## Sitemap - [Sitemap](https://www.seedstars.com/sitemap.md): every public page on this site - [llms.txt](https://www.seedstars.com/llms.txt): what Seedstars does and where to start