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ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI has been selected by government programs, featured in national media, and recognised at industry conferences for its impact on multilingual communication.

Timeline

From first grant to government programs

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2019
MVP Grant
2022
Asia Pacific Mag
2023
AFAC 2023
2023
Firetech Connect
2024
AFAC 2024
2024
SBS World News
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2024
NSW SBIR
2019
JobsForNSW · NSW Government
2019
JobsForNSW MVP Grant · November 2019

ElephantStripes product VideoTranslatorAI wins the JobsForNSW MVP Grant

The first formal government validation of the technology, funding the initial product build.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was awarded a Minimum Viable Product grant through JobsForNSW, a NSW Government initiative supporting early-stage technology businesses. The application was competitive, requiring a credible problem, a viable solution, and a clear path to market. VideoTranslatorAI succeeded across all three criteria.

  • Competitive application process requiring demonstrated product viability
  • Funded the development of the initial minimum viable product
  • First formal government validation of the technology and its market application
  • NSW Government initiative supporting early-stage technology businesses
2022
Asia Pacific Magazine
2022
Asia Pacific Magazine · November 2022

VideoTranslatorAI featured in Asia Pacific Magazine for its approach to CALD communications

Regional media recognition for Trusted Lingo as a new model for reaching culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was featured in Asia Pacific Magazine in 2022, with coverage centred on Trusted Lingo, the AI-powered system built to translate emergency broadcasts into more than 20 languages instantly. The feature positioned Trusted Lingo as a new approach to CALD communications and a meaningful development for public safety.

  • Featured in Asia Pacific Magazine in November 2022
  • Covered Trusted Lingo: AI-powered translation of emergency broadcasts into 20+ languages
  • Positioned as a new approach to CALD communications in the public safety context
  • Reaches government, community, and public sector audiences across the Asia Pacific region
2023
Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council
2023
AFAC 2023

VideoTranslatorAI accepted to present at AFAC 2023

Peer recognition from the Australasian emergency services sector for the multilingual alert technology.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was accepted to present a research poster at AFAC 2023. AFAC is the peak body for fire and emergency services across Australia and New Zealand. The poster covered Project Trusted Lingo, marking the first formal presentation of the technology to the Australasian emergency management sector.

  • Accepted to present a research poster at AFAC's annual national conference
  • Covered Project Trusted Lingo: real-time translation of emergency broadcasts into 20+ languages
  • First formal presentation to the Australasian emergency management sector
  • AFAC is the peak body for fire and emergency services across Australia and New Zealand
Firetech Connect
2023
Firetech Connect · 2023

VideoTranslatorAI featured in Firetech Connect on AI translation for emergency services

Industry-level recognition of the technology's implications for fire services and multilingual emergency communication.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was featured in Firetech Connect, a publication focused on technology innovation within the fire and emergency services sector. The feature examined how real-time multilingual communication changes the operational picture for emergency services, positioning VideoTranslatorAI as a meaningful development for a sector where communication failure has direct consequences.

  • Featured in Firetech Connect, a specialist fire and emergency services publication
  • Examined the implications of AI video translation for fire services
  • Recognised as a meaningful development in public safety technology
  • Reaches fire service professionals and emergency management practitioners
2024
NSW Minister Dib at AFAC 2024
2024
AFAC24 · September 2024

NSW Government Minister Dib recognises VideoTranslatorAI at AFAC24

Ministerial recognition for making emergency warnings accessible to all communities, regardless of language.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was publicly recognised by NSW Government Minister Dib at AFAC24. Minister Dib highlighted the AI-powered translation technology for its role in making emergency warnings accessible to communities that do not speak English as a first language, in the context of its selection for the NSW Natural Hazards Technology Program.

  • Publicly named and recognised by NSW Minister Dib at AFAC24
  • Highlighted for making emergency warnings accessible to non-English speaking communities
  • Recognition tied to participation in the NSW Natural Hazards Technology Program
  • Collaboration with OCSE, DCS, SES, and RFS acknowledged
SBS World News
2024
SBS World News · November 2024

VideoTranslatorAI featured on SBS World News for bushfire hazard alert communication

National broadcast coverage of the technology's role in reaching multicultural communities during fire season.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was featured on SBS World News in November 2024, with coverage focused on how the technology ensures that critical hazard alerts reach multicultural communities during Australia's fire season. VideoTranslatorAI was presented as a working solution, actively used in collaboration with NSW Government emergency management agencies.

  • Featured on SBS World News during Australia's 2024 fire season
  • Coverage focused on multilingual delivery of bushfire hazard alerts to CALD communities
  • Presented as an active solution with NSW emergency management agencies
  • SBS World News reaches Australia's culturally diverse communities directly
NSW Small Business Innovation and Research Program
2024
NSW SBIR Program · November 2024

VideoTranslatorAI advances to the Proof of Concept phase in the NSW SBIR Program

Selected through both phases of the program, improving healthcare access for CALD communities.

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI entered the NSW SBIR program focused on improving healthcare accessibility for culturally and linguistically diverse communities. The product completed both phases, from initial feasibility study through to Proof of Concept, one of a limited number of participants to advance through the full process.

  • Phase 1: Feasibility study completed, validating the approach for CALD healthcare access
  • Phase 2: Selected to advance to the Proof of Concept phase
  • Focused on breaking down language barriers in clinical settings
  • One of a small number of businesses selected through both stages
Government-Backed Programs

Recognised by the NSW Government

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI has been selected for two competitive NSW Government programs, each addressing a different high-stakes application of the technology.

NHTP
Emergency Communication

Natural Hazards
Technology Program

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI was selected to develop multilingual emergency alert solutions for CALD communities across NSW, in direct collaboration with four NSW government agencies.

  • Collaboration with OCSE, DCS, SES, and RFS across emergency management
  • Technology recognised at AFAC24 by NSW Minister Dib
  • Featured on SBS World News for bushfire hazard alert communication
  • Focused on reaching CALD communities with critical emergency alerts
SBIR
Healthcare Innovation

Small Business Innovation
and Research Program

ElephantStripes' product VideoTranslatorAI entered the NSW SBIR program to improve healthcare accessibility for CALD communities, completing both phases and becoming one of a limited number to advance through the full process.

  • Phase 1: Conducting a feasibility study for complex medical conversations
  • Phase 2: Developing a prototype of the solution in the feasibility study
  • Focused on breaking down language barriers in clinical settings
  • One of a small number of businesses selected through both stages
Coverage and Updates

From the media archive.

Program milestones, media coverage, and updates published by VideoTranslatorAI across both government programs.

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Featured
Wrapping Up the NHTP Project: Partners, Progress, and New Feature

Wrapping Up the NHTP Project: Partners, Progress, and New Feature

Crisis CoordinationMedia Coverage

How NHTP shaped one of our best text translation features

2025-07-01
VideoTranslatorAI Advances to the Proof of Concept Phase in the NSW SBIR Program!
2024-11-22

VideoTranslatorAI Advances to the Proof of Concept Phase in the NSW SBIR Program!

VideoTranslatorAI enters the Proof of Concept phase in the NSW SBIR Program to enhance healthcare access for culturally diverse communities with AI solutions!

Telehealth ConsultationsProduct UpdatesMedia Coverage
Bushfire authorities on alert - but are multicultural communities still at risk?
2024-11-14

Bushfire authorities on alert - but are multicultural communities still at risk?

VideoTranslatorAI featured on SBS World News for helping deliver critical hazard alerts across language barriers

NGOs and HumanitarianProduct UpdatesMedia Coverage
As fire season looms, not everyone gets the message. A new project aims to change that
2024-11-04

As fire season looms, not everyone gets the message. A new project aims to change that

Watch our SBS News feature on how our tech bridges language gaps in emergency alerts during Australia's fire season

Media CoverageProduct Updates
VideoTranslatorAI is Featured on SBS World News!
2024-11-04

VideoTranslatorAI is Featured on SBS World News!

We are featured on SBS World News! Learn how our tech ensures vital emergency info reaches all communities.

Product UpdatesMedia Coverage
Translating Emergency Alerts: How AI Can Save Lives During Natural Disaster
2024-09-24

Translating Emergency Alerts: How AI Can Save Lives During Natural Disaster

Discover how AI-powered translation transforms emergency management, making communication more efficient and saving more lives

Government and Community EngagementNGOs and HumanitarianMedia CoverageProduct Updates
Recognition from NSW Government: Minister Dib Highlights Our AI-Powered Translation Technology at AFAC24
2024-09-18

Recognition from NSW Government: Minister Dib Highlights Our AI-Powered Translation Technology at AFAC24

NSW Minister Dib praises our AI-powered translation tech at AFAC24 for making emergency warnings accessible to all!

Media CoverageProduct Updates
VideoTranslatorAI Honoured with Grant from the Natural Hazards Technology Program!
2024-09-12

VideoTranslatorAI Honoured with Grant from the Natural Hazards Technology Program!

Excited to share our collaboration with OCSE, DCS, SES, and RFS in developing innovative multilingual emergency solutions to enhance public safety for all.

Product UpdatesMedia Coverage
Reflecting on AFAC24: A Gratitude-Filled Experience
2024-09-04

Reflecting on AFAC24: A Gratitude-Filled Experience

Join us as we reflect on our impactful experience at AFAC24, celebrating innovation, collaboration, and the future of emergency management!

Media CoverageProduct Updates
VideoTranslatorAI Gears Up for AFAC24 Participation!
2024-08-27

VideoTranslatorAI Gears Up for AFAC24 Participation!

Join VideoTranslatorAI at AFAC24 Research & Innovation Day to explore how we're innovating emergency communication for diverse communities. See you there!!!

Media CoverageProduct Updates
Our Journey with SBIR Phase 1: Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility for CALD Communities
2024-04-04

Our Journey with SBIR Phase 1: Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility for CALD Communities

VideoTranslatorAI's journey for the NSW Small Business Innovation & Research (SBIR) program for the feasibility study began!

Product UpdatesMedia Coverage
VideoTranslatorAI Wins Feasibility Study for NSW Small Business Innovation and Research Program
2024-01-29

VideoTranslatorAI Wins Feasibility Study for NSW Small Business Innovation and Research Program

Focusing on AI for healthcare in CALD communities. We are excited to contribute to a more inclusive healthcare in NSW.

Healthcare and Aged CareProduct UpdatesMedia Coverage
Our Trusted Lingo Poster Was Accepted At AFAC '23!
2023-07-03

Our Trusted Lingo Poster Was Accepted At AFAC '23!

Our poster on Project Trusted Lingo was accepted at the AFAC Conference. Learn more about our work and say hello to Mel Taylor at the event!

Government and Community EngagementMedia CoverageProduct Updates
Trusted Lingo – A New Approach To CALD Communications
2022-11-18

Trusted Lingo – A New Approach To CALD Communications

Trusted Lingo is an AI system that translates emergency broadcasts into 20+ languages instantly, ensuring everyone stays informed

Media CoverageProduct Updates
Winning: We Won The JobsForNSW MVP Grant! Before, During And After...
2019-11-23

Winning: We Won The JobsForNSW MVP Grant! Before, During And After...

We won the JobsForNSW MVP Grant! Learn about our journey through the application, execution, and completion of the grant in this behind-the-scenes blog.

Product UpdatesMedia Coverage
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