The TSEA Talk titled How Social Entrepreneurs Use Digital Transformation for Good brought together a dynamic mix of experts, entrepreneurs, and policymakers at the Tsinghua Southeast Asia Center on March 20, 2025. As part of the ongoing Happy Digital X (HDX) program roadshow, the event explored the transformative potential of technology in advancing social impact. Organized by TSEA, the session aimed to shed light on how digital innovation can drive positive change across communities and industries.
Featured speakers included Tanguy Yu, General Manager of Astungkara Way, and Shobi Lawalata, Director of Learning Programs at the UID Foundation. Both speakers presented compelling real-world cases illustrating how digital tools are empowering social enterprises, enhancing community-led projects, and contributing to environmental sustainability. Their insights underscored the importance of aligning technology with purpose, and how localized solutions can scale impact through smart integration of digital platforms.
With over 50 participants in attendance—including representatives from academia, government, the private sector, and digital innovation hubs—the event fostered meaningful dialogue and networking. Discussions covered best practices and common hurdles in applying digital transformation for social good. Key takeaways focused on strategies for embedding digital tools into socially driven business models, the importance of sustainable innovation, and an open invitation for participants to get involved in the HDX Program moving forward.