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Rapido Social Impact

Rapido Social Impact partners with not-for-profits and socially-driven organisations to co-design engineering and technology solutions that drive community impact.

Engineering for good – Rapido Social Impact at UTS

We help community-focused partners turn bold ideas into real-world solutions. Our low-bono model makes R&D more accessible for organisations without in-house technical teams or the budget to develop technology-led innovation.

Partnering with UTS Rapido gives you access to a world-class team of engineers, UX specialists, software developers and project managers. You’ll also benefit from the facilities, tools and research expertise of the broader UTS innovation ecosystem.

Raj Calisa from UTS Rapido presenting at UTS Social Impact Showcase 2025

What we offer: 

  • Affordable, low-bono R&D for NFPs and purpose-led organisations
  • Expertise in software, UX, AI, mechatronics and prototyping
  • Human-centred, collaborative design processes
  • End-to-end support: from scoping and research to prototyping and delivery
  • Access to university labs, facilities and grant alignment support

Social impact is a core UTS value, and through UTS Rapido, we turn that commitment into action. Since 2017, we’ve contributed time, expertise and resources to support community-led innovation.

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Who we work with:

We collaborate with a diverse range of for-purpose partners across sectors, including:

  • Community organisations and social enterprises
  • Environmental and sustainability initiatives
  • Health, disability and aged care services
  • Indigenous-led programs and inclusion projects
  • Education, youth and civic engagement organisations
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Why choose Rapido Social Impact?

  • Tailored R&D: Every project is shaped to meet your needs and context
  • Purpose-first: We prioritise public good and positive outcomes
  • Practical outcomes: We turn insights into working solutions
  • Affordable access: Our low-bono model removes typical barriers to innovation
  • Trusted partner: Backed by UTS, Australia's leading young university
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Rapido Social Impact case studies

Explore how UTS Rapido Social Impact delivers real-world innovation for purpose-led partners. Read our social impact case studies.

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Let’s build social impact together

Got a community challenge or idea that could benefit from engineering or digital innovation? Rapido Social Impact is here to help you bring it to life.

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Download the UTS Rapido Social Impact brochure herePDF, 8.22 MB

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UTS acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation and the Boorooberongal People of the Dharug Nation upon whose ancestral lands our campuses now stand. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands. 

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