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WanderSafe Re-enters The Market With Unwavering Commitment To Safety
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WanderSafe Re-enters The Market With Unwavering Commitment To Safety

February 28, 20262 min read

Following a strategic hibernation, WanderSafe announces its official market relaunch globally with WanderSafe Beacon.

WanderSafe Operations

The Relaunch: Why We Built The WanderSafe Ecosystem
Community

The Relaunch: Why We Built The WanderSafe Ecosystem

February 27, 20262 min read

A deeply personal look at the four-year hibernation of WanderSafe, surviving cerebral malaria, and our unwavering commitment to democratizing safety.

Stephenie Rodriguez

3 Essential Steps for Solo Travelers Navigating New Geopolitics
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3 Essential Steps for Solo Travelers Navigating New Geopolitics

February 24, 20262 min read

Stay ahead of uncertainty with a checklist for resilient, proactive solo travel.

JENI Virtual Concierge

The Psychology of De-escalation: Why Non-Violence is Your Best Asset
Safety Tips

The Psychology of De-escalation: Why Non-Violence is Your Best Asset

February 19, 20262 min read

Unpacking the science and strategy behind non-violent diffusion tactics in high-stress confrontations.

Thomas Pecora & WanderSafe team

Stephenie Rodriguez Recognized as a Global Fund Changemaker
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Stephenie Rodriguez Recognized as a Global Fund Changemaker

August 19, 20242 min read

WanderSafe Founder and CEO Stephenie Rodriguez joins The Global Fund as a Changemaker, advocating for malaria eradication.

WanderSafe Press Team

WanderSafe Founder Appointed to World Para Fencing Promotion Commission
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WanderSafe Founder Appointed to World Para Fencing Promotion Commission

February 14, 20242 min read

Stephenie Rodriguez brings her entrepreneurial execution and resilience to the global stage of Para Fencing.

WanderSafe Press Team

The WanderSafe Accord Launches Today
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The WanderSafe Accord Launches Today

September 9, 20191 min read

WanderSafe introduces the Accord — a formal commitment framework for organizations pledging to prioritize traveler safety and duty of care.

WanderSafe Team

NBC Tech Trends: Apps Appreciating Personal Safety
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NBC Tech Trends: Apps Appreciating Personal Safety

July 14, 20191 min read

NBC's Tech Trends segment features WanderSafe among the top apps revolutionizing personal safety through technology.

WanderSafe Team

WanderSafe Founder Joins US VCs to Champion Women in Tech
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WanderSafe Founder Joins US VCs to Champion Women in Tech

June 19, 20191 min read

Stephenie Rodriguez meets with leading US venture capitalists to discuss funding women-led safety technology startups.

WanderSafe Team

WanderSafe Featured on Your Money Live Australia
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WanderSafe Featured on Your Money Live Australia

May 14, 20191 min read

WanderSafe co-founder Fiona O'Donnell discusses personal safety technology and the mission to protect one billion people on national television.

WanderSafe Team

Arelious Cooper Joins #BeTheBeacon as Global Ambassador
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Arelious Cooper Joins #BeTheBeacon as Global Ambassador

April 21, 20191 min read

Former NFL athlete Arelious Cooper brings his platform and passion for community safety to WanderSafe's #BeTheBeacon initiative.

WanderSafe Team

Business Insider: The Australian Tech Entrepreneur Changing Personal Safety
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Business Insider: The Australian Tech Entrepreneur Changing Personal Safety

April 9, 20191 min read

Business Insider profiles WanderSafe's journey from a personal safety app to a comprehensive global safety ecosystem.

WanderSafe Team

WanderSafe Beacon Debuts on the TODAY Show Australia
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WanderSafe Beacon Debuts on the TODAY Show Australia

March 27, 20191 min read

The WanderSafe Safety Beacon makes its national television debut, showcasing the non-violent personal safety device to millions of viewers.

WanderSafe Team

#BeTheBeacon: A Movement for Safety and Empowerment
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#BeTheBeacon: A Movement for Safety and Empowerment

January 14, 20191 min read

WanderSafe launches the #BeTheBeacon campaign — a global initiative encouraging communities to take an active role in personal safety.

Stephenie Rodriguez

Why I Will Never Wander Without My WanderSafe Beacon
Community

Why I Will Never Wander Without My WanderSafe Beacon

December 2, 20186 min read

I never knew how important owning a WanderSafe Beacon would be until my personal safety was at risk.

Karuna Tuli

Targeting Safety for Women: WanderSafe at Cannes
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Targeting Safety for Women: WanderSafe at Cannes

October 2, 20181 min read

WanderSafe addresses the unique safety challenges faced by women travelers at the Cannes exhibition, presenting data-driven solutions.

Stephenie Rodriguez

WanderSafe Beacon Premieres at TFWA on UN Day of Non-Violence
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WanderSafe Beacon Premieres at TFWA on UN Day of Non-Violence

October 1, 20181 min read

The WanderSafe Safety Beacon premieres on the United Nations International Day of Non-Violence, reinforcing its mission of non-violent personal protection.

WanderSafe Team

WanderSafe Launches at Cannes: Safety Meets Innovation on the World Stage
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WanderSafe Launches at Cannes: Safety Meets Innovation on the World Stage

October 1, 20181 min read

WanderSafe makes its global debut at the prestigious TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes, introducing safety technology to the international travel retail industry.

WanderSafe Team