The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit
(GIZ)
2020 – 2021
The first of it’s kind virtual multi-phase hackathon that aims at engaging youth in Jordan to come up with creative educational solutions that aim at supporting the educational system in Jordan.
Due to COVID-19 and social distancing measures at the time, the entire hackathon was designed and executed to take place online with over 300 participants joining in the early stages.
The hackathon was divided into different themes: Creative Thinking, Mental and Physical Well-being, Teachers aid, and Vulnurable Students Support. The final stage of the hackathon involved customized mentorship sessions that aimed at supporting the winning solutions and helping them to exceute their innovative ideas.
