AI for Impact APAC Hackathon by Google Cloud and powered by Hack2skill 2024

Event Overview:

The AI for Impact Hackathon, hosted by Google Cloud and powered by Hack2skill, offers a unique chance to harness AI’s potential to tackle critical social challenges across the APAC region. Leveraging Google’s cutting-edge GenAI tools—Gemma, Gemini, Vertex AI, and Gemini Code Assist—participants can create impactful solutions that address issues in healthcare, education, sustainability, accessibility, and more.

Prizes: Cash rewards totaling $20,000*

Hackathon Challenges

• Empowering Healthcare Workers – Improving efficiency, accessibility, and quality of care.
• Forecasting Natural Disasters – Developing early warning systems and mitigation strategies.
• Creating a Greener World – Promoting sustainability and environmental conservation.
• Tech for Better Education – Enhancing educational opportunities, especially for underrepresented communities.
• Helping People with Disabilities – Providing assistive technologies and inclusive solutions.
• Transforming Public Service – Improving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of government services.
• Solutions for Community Empowerment – Fostering community engagement and development.
• Open Innovation in Social Good – Leverage AI to address pressing social challenges in the APAC region

Why Join?

• Make a Positive Impact: Contribute to a movement that uses AI to create meaningful societal change.
• Compete for Rewards: Win valuable cash prizes and gain recognition for your innovative solutions.
• Google Mentorship: Receive feedback and guidance from the Google for Startups team.
• Pitch Your Ideas: Top teams will have the chance to showcase their solutions at exclusive Google Events.
• Demonstrate Your Skills: Showcase your abilities in AI, cloud technologies, and problem-solving.
• Gain Expert Insights: Attend workshops and mentoring sessions with Google Cloud experts.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded participants passionate about social impact.
• Hands-On Experience: Apply your AI skills to real-world issues and develop practical solutions.

Who Can Participate?

• Working Professionals: Bring industry experience to address real-world problems.
• Startups: Advance your AI ideas with support and mentorship.
• Developers: Test and showcase your coding expertise on an international platform.

Hackathon Stages

• Phase 0 – Problem Statement Sourcing: Define a societal challenge relevant to the hackathon theme.
• Phase 1 – Registration and Idea Submission: Form teams, explore challenge themes, and submit a proposal outlining your solution’s impact.
• Phase 2 – Prototype Development and Mentorship: Use Google Cloud’s AI tools to build your prototype with guidance from GenAI experts.
• Phase 3 – Finale Pitch: Present your solution to an expert jury and a live audience, competing for top prizes and recognition.

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