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Stephenie Rodriguez Live on Women In Tech Global 24 Hr Tour
WanderSafe Co-Founder Stephenie Rodriguez joins the WOMEN IN TECH® Global 24-hour tour for a conversation on survival, innovation, and the future of women-led safety technology.
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WanderSafe Re-enters The Market With Unwavering Commitment To Safety
Following a strategic hibernation, WanderSafe announces its official market relaunch globally with WanderSafe Beacon.
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The Relaunch: Why We Built The WanderSafe Ecosystem
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
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
Unpacking the science and strategy behind non-violent diffusion tactics in high-stress confrontations.
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Stephenie Rodriguez Recognized as a Global Fund Changemaker
WanderSafe Founder and CEO Stephenie Rodriguez joins The Global Fund as a Changemaker, advocating for malaria eradication.
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WanderSafe Founder Appointed to World Para Fencing Promotion Commission
Stephenie Rodriguez brings her entrepreneurial execution and resilience to the global stage of Para Fencing.
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10 Safety Tips for Study Abroad Students
Essential safety strategies every student needs before heading overseas — from destination research to emergency preparedness.
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Stephenie Rodriguez at TEDxLytteltonWomen: How I Met My Best Friend
WanderSafe Co-Founder Stephenie Rodriguez shares her TEDx talk on discovering personal agency through trauma, pain, and the transformative power of self-love.
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#BeTheBeacon: UN Women Campaigns and the WARIF Partnership
WanderSafe partners with WARIF and Dr. Kemi DaSilva-Ibru to bring personal safety technology to frontline workers in Lagos as part of the UN 16 Days of Activism.
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#BeTheBeacon Survivor Stories: Meet Philippa
In recognition of the UN Day for the Eradication of Violence Against Women, Philippa shares her story of survival and the importance of breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
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The WanderSafe Accord Launches Today
WanderSafe introduces the Accord — a formal commitment framework for organizations pledging to prioritize traveler safety and duty of care.
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Thomas Pecora on CIA Safety Training and Traveling Smart
WanderSafe Safety Expert in Residence Thomas Pecora shares three critical safety strategies from his career in counter-terrorism — applicable to every traveler.
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Seniors Are the Newest Victims of Violent Attacks
As attacks targeting older adults rise, personal safety technology offers a discreet, non-violent solution — and one survivor's story shows why it matters.
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How Voice-Activated SOS Could Have Helped Karen Sadler Get Help 3x Faster
When an evening in Ibiza turned dangerous, language barriers and confusion delayed emergency response — a look at how safety technology changes the equation.
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WanderSafe Founder on the Business Essentials Podcast
Stephenie Rodriguez shares the story behind WanderSafe Beacon and the smartphone app built in collaboration with retired CIA counter-terrorism expert Thomas Pecora.
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NBC Tech Trends: Apps Appreciating Personal Safety
NBC's Tech Trends segment features WanderSafe among the top apps revolutionizing personal safety through technology.
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WanderSafe Founder Joins US VCs to Champion Women in Tech
Stephenie Rodriguez meets with leading US venture capitalists to discuss funding women-led safety technology startups.
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WanderSafe Featured on Your Money Live Australia
WanderSafe co-founder Fiona O'Donnell discusses personal safety technology and the mission to protect one billion people on national television.
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Arelious Cooper Joins #BeTheBeacon as Global Ambassador
Former NFL athlete Arelious Cooper brings his platform and passion for community safety to WanderSafe's #BeTheBeacon initiative.
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Business Insider: The Australian Tech Entrepreneur Changing Personal Safety
Business Insider profiles WanderSafe's journey from a personal safety app to a comprehensive global safety ecosystem.
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WanderSafe Beacon Debuts on the TODAY Show Australia
The WanderSafe Safety Beacon makes its national television debut, showcasing the non-violent personal safety device to millions of viewers.
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#BeTheBeacon: A Movement for Safety and Empowerment
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
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
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
The WanderSafe Safety Beacon premieres on the United Nations International Day of Non-Violence, reinforcing its mission of non-violent personal protection.
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WanderSafe Launches at Cannes: Safety Meets Innovation on the World Stage
WanderSafe makes its global debut at the prestigious TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes, introducing safety technology to the international travel retail industry.
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