Global Goals Hackathon
SRM-AP University, Amaravati
📌 About the Event
The Global Goals Hackathon is a premier 12-hour high-intensity sprint designed to empower young innovators to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. Hosted by AIESEC, the world’s largest youth-run organization and a global partner of the United Nations, this hackathon bridges the gap between technology and social impact. Participants are tasked with building tech-driven solutions that directly align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to foster a more equitable and sustainable future.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Social Impact, Sustainable Development (SDGs), Tech-for-Good
- Organizer: AIESEC in collaboration with SRM University-AP
- Eligibility: Primarily students and young leaders (UG/PG)
- Venue: SRM University-AP Campus (In-Person)
- Effort Level: High (12-hour overnight non-stop build)
📅 Event Structure & Timeline
- Registration Phase: Active now (Closing soon as the event is this weekend).
- The Hackathon Sprint: April 25th – April 26th, 2026.
- Check-in: 9:00 PM (April 25th).
- The Build: 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM (Overnight).
- Judging & Demos: 10:30 AM onwards (April 26th).
🏆 Recognition & Awards
- 💰 Prize Pool: ₹20,000 in cash prizes.
- 🌐 Global Exposure: Direct gateway into the AIESEC network and United Nations-aligned youth initiatives.
- 📜 Certification: Official certificates endorsed by AIESEC, recognizing your contribution to the SDGs.
- 🚀 Leadership: Opportunities for international internships and volunteer exchange programs through the AIESEC ecosystem.
🎯 What You Will Do
- SDG Alignment: Select one or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (e.g., Climate Action, No Poverty, Quality Education) as your problem domain.
- Rapid Prototyping: Develop a functional software or hardware PoC (Proof of Concept) that addresses a specific target within your chosen SDG.
- Impact Pitching: Present your solution not just based on code quality, but on its potential for Scalability and Social Impact.
🏛️ Technical Tracks & Domains
- Social Equity: Fintech for the unbanked, EdTech for rural accessibility, or Gender Equality tools.
- Environmental Sustainability: Smart waste management, carbon footprint trackers, or AgriTech for small-scale farmers.
- Economic Growth: Solutions for sustainable cities, decent work, and responsible consumption/production.
📋 Registration & Eligibility
- Team Size: Typically 2–4 members.
- Registration Fee: Refer to the official form (Contact organizers for final confirmation).
- Location: Must be physically present at the SRM-AP University campus for the overnight duration.
- Contact for Forms: * 📞 +91 9150613156
- 📞 +91 9092111033