In order to leave a better world for future generations, we need to keep in mind social progress, economic development, climate and the environment in all the actions that we take. This kind of social awareness is a requirement for sustainable living; however, we also need to make sure we have the means to organize our lives around sustainability.  

 This online hackathon, hosted by Defy, supported by Beko and organized by ATÖLYE, aims to initiate this transformation by asking the crucial question: How might we leverage technology to create a positive impact towards sustainable living and economic development in Africa?

 Defy offers technological and organizational structures to enable the realization of innovative ideas, in addition to the projects it carries out to realize its digital transformation vision. As we work towards achieving a sustainable life, we aim to adapt to change by developing new strategies and transforming individuals, organizations, and the planet. In Africa, where hard currencies do not exist, failure to ensure sustainable trade and economic development isolates the peoples of this continent and severs its connection with new technologies. In turn, isolation and inability to benefit from technological advancements makes social progress and economic development, which are the basic requirements of sustainability, impossible. We believe that a kind of solidarity, one that grows organically and helps establish new bonds among individuals, communities, organizations, and earth, will enable us to achieve a sustainable life in all aspects.

 

 

 

 

Eligibility

Do I have to be from Africa to attend the hackathon?

No, Hack the Normal is expecting applications from all around the world!

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At which stage should projects be eligible for the hackathon?

Projects can be submitted to the hackathon at any stage (idea, prototype, ready-made product, product pivot, etc.). 

 

What are the pre-evaluation criteria for the participants?

Applications will be evaluated criteria based on its impact, applicability and commercialization.

 

Can I apply individually?

Individuals are eligible to apply to the hackathon, but they are expected to join a team or form their own teams before the event. There will be time allocated for team formation just before the start of the hackathon.

 

We have a team but we also need other team members, what should we do?

During the team formation phase (see previous answer), teams who need more members can invite individual participants to their teams.

 

How many people should the hackathon teams consist of?

Teams can be between 3-7 people.

Requirements

The hackathon accepts applications from both individuals and teams that have ideas or projects that address the hackathon’s challenges. Teams will be accepted after a pre-evaluation process. Applications can be made at www.hackthenormal.com.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$30,000 in prizes
Prize for the 1st team
3 winners

Prize for the 2nd team
3 winners

Prize for the 3rd team
3 winners

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Emre Erbirer
ATÖLYE

Gülnaz Ör

Judging Criteria

  • Strategit Fit / Commercialization Potential
    How does this proposal fit with Defy strategies? How commercializable is this?
  • Novelty
    How novel is the idea?
  • Technical Feasibility
    How feasible is it to put this into practice?
  • Team
    Is this team competent enough to make this solution real?

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