Empowering women in technology through innovation, ethical AI, and blockchain solutions. Join us for a week of coding, collaboration, and creating positive change! 💪✨
🌟 THEME: Women in Tech, Ethical AI & Blockchain
Building technology that empowers, includes, and creates positive impact for communities worldwide.
🌍 Especially welcoming women, non-binary individuals, and allies from ALL backgrounds!
✅ REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Join a supportive community and build technology for positive change!
Celebrating and amplifying women's voices in technology, creating inclusive solutions
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Ethical AI
Build AI systems that are fair, transparent, and beneficial for all communities
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Blockchain for Good
Leverage blockchain technology to create transparency and positive social impact
Hackathon Timeline
Mark these key dates in your calendar to stay on track throughout the event!
Registration Open
Now through October 12, 2025
Registration is currently open! Join our inclusive community early
Hacking Begins
October 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM EST
Track challenges revealed! Start building technology for positive change
Midweek Check-in
October 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM EST
Optional progress update and mentorship session via Discord
Submission Deadline
October 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST
Final project submissions due on DevPost
Judging Period
October 21-23, 2025
Projects reviewed by our diverse panel of industry judges
Winners Announced
October 24, 2025
Track winners announced via email and social media
Hackathon Tracks 🧭
Explore the themes below and pick your challenge - build technology that empowers and includes!
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Challenges Unlock Soon!
Each track will feature unique challenges automatically revealed when the hackathon begins on October 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM.
Get ready to build technology that empowers everyone! 💪✨
👩💻 Track 1: Women in Tech Empowerment
Build solutions that support, mentor, and amplify women's voices in technology.
Challenge locked until October 13
🤖 Track 2: Ethical AI Solutions
Create AI systems that are fair, transparent, and beneficial for all communities.
Challenge locked until October 13
⛓️ Track 3: Blockchain for Social Good
Leverage blockchain technology to create transparency and positive social impact.
Challenge locked until October 13
🌍 Track 4: Inclusive Digital Solutions
Build accessible and inclusive technology that serves diverse communities.
Challenge locked until October 13
Special Track
💼 Track #05: Tech Unicorn Track
Startup Pitch Arena – pitch your startup idea & prototype it
Coding is not required for this track—you can use no-code/low-code tools or paper prototypes.
Challenge locked until October 13
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about EmpowHER Hackathon 2025
EmpowHER is a week-long virtual hackathon focused on Women in Tech, Ethical AI, and Blockchain for social good. It's designed to create an inclusive space where participants build technology that empowers communities and promotes positive change.
Everyone is welcome! While we especially encourage women and non-binary individuals to participate, allies from all backgrounds are invited. Students from all universities, high school students (16+), and participants from all majors are welcome.
No prior experience required! We'll provide comprehensive resources, tutorials, and mentorship focused on ethical AI and blockchain for social good. Many successful projects come from teams learning these technologies during the hackathon.
No! EmpowHER Hackathon is completely free for all participants. We are committed to making technology accessible and creating an inclusive environment for everyone.
Focus on projects that empower communities, promote inclusion, and create positive social impact. This could include solutions for women in tech mentorship, ethical AI applications, blockchain for transparency, or accessible technology for diverse communities.
You can register solo or with a team of up to 4 members. Solo participants can join our Discord team formation channels to connect with others. We encourage diverse teams and provide mentorship to support collaborative learning.
Participants get access to mentors via Discord, workshops on ethical AI and blockchain, starter templates, API keys, comprehensive documentation, and 24/7 support. We also provide resources specifically focused on women in tech initiatives.
Projects are evaluated on innovation, social impact, technical implementation, inclusivity, and presentation quality. Our diverse panel of judges includes women leaders in tech, AI ethics experts, and blockchain specialists.
Hackathon Resources
Access comprehensive resources to help you succeed in EmpowHER Hackathon 2025!
🧰 Complete Resource Library
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