Pro Bono Program
Rion Impact Tech Competition
A competition where people with and without disabilities compete together to develop accessibility technology ideas.
Overview
The Rion Impact Tech Competition is a program that discovers technology ideas that improve accessibility and provides the legal support needed to turn those ideas into real services. Preference is given to teams that include people with disabilities from the planning stage.
We designed this program so it doesn't end with the award. Selected teams receive one year of free support for intellectual property registration, contract review, and corporate formation advice, with extensions available for subsequent years if needed.
Support & Participation Details
- 01Total prize money of KRW 50 million (Grand Prize: KRW 20 million)
- 02Support for intellectual property filing and registration costs
- 03One year of free corporate formation and contract advisory services
- 04Mentoring from Rion members (2 per team)
- 05Connection to follow-up investment opportunities
Schedule
- ApplicationsMarch 1 – April 30 each year
- Document ReviewMay
- Mentoring WorkshopJune (4 weeks)
- Final Presentation and AwardsJuly
- Post-Award SupportAugust – July of the following year