PeaceTech Investment Initiative
Investing in Ethical Technology for Peace
The PeaceTech Investment Initiative (PTII) deploys capital into ethical, scalable technologies that strengthen peace, justice, and inclusive institutions.
From cybersecurity to artificial intelligence, we work to ensure innovation reduces conflict and builds resilience.
Why Now
Technology shapes societies — for better or worse.
While digital tools can accelerate inequality and conflict, they also hold the potential to foster security, transparency, and trust.
Intentional capital ensures these innovations are harnessed for peace rather than harm.
WHERE WE FOCUS
Quantum Computing
Advanced encryption and problem-solving for peace-building challenges
Next-generation applications for global security
Cybersecurity Solutions
Secure communication channels and infrastructure protection
Build cyber resilience frameworks for vulnerable regions
Artificial Intelligence
Ethical AI to detect human trafficking and predict conflict risk
Tools that optimize resources and improve governance
OUR EXPERTS
Judith Francois LangevinImpact Officer, 17 III
Heather McGeeCEO, Intentional Asset Management
About PeaceTech
PeaceTech emerged from the recognition that technology has a powerful role to play in advancing peace. Guided by Judith Francois Langevin, who shaped the research and business case at 17 Asset Management, and Heather McGee, who forged a partnership with the University for Peace’s New York initiative (UPEACE NY), the program bridges innovation with global expertise. Together, we are working to ensure that insights from our research inform practice worldwide and help chart new pathways for peacebuilding in the digital age.
WHAT WE DO
We partner with investors, institutions, and innovators to advance PeaceTech solutions.
Product & Fund Structuring
Debt, equity, and blended finance models
Advisory & Scaling Support
Expertise to grow PeaceTech ventures
Cyber Resilience Training
Executive training and audits
Co-Created Research
Collaborative thought leadership and policy analysis