Join us for the second annual Society-Centered AI Hackathon at Duke University, where teams will work on a topic of importance in society-centered AI. Open to members of the Duke community and the broader public. The hackathon is part of the Conference on Society-Centered AI (the following weekend), which explores how to design and govern AI systems that prioritize human and societal well-being. Learn more about the conference and register for it too.
Event Overview| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Friday, February 6, 2026 (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM) | Kickoff Event (Prompt Provided, Find your Team) |
| Saturday, February 7, 2026 (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM) | Main Working Session |
| Saturday, February 7, 2026 (4-4:45 PM) | First round Judging |
| Saturday, February 7, 2026 (4:45-6 PM) | Final Presentations, Judging and Awards |
| Friday, February 13, 2026 (10:00 AM) | Winners Present @ #SCAI2026 |
Requirements
The prompt will be provided at the hackathon.
What to submit on Devpost:
- An abstract of your project (<250 words)
- Link to your slide-deck for your 5-minute pitch
Prizes
$1000 Grand Prize
In gift cards
Opportunity to share their work on stage at the Conference on Society-Centered AI
The Conference on Society-Centered AI is an event that draws hundreds of representatives from academia and industry to discuss topics of importance in society-centered AI.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Funda Gunes
Founder and CEO, Walu AI
George Dohanich
Principal Architect, Google Cloud
Hazem Mahmoud
Director of Products & Services, Patrick J McGovern Foundation
Judging Criteria
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Feasibility of implementation
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Creative approach
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Analysis of strengths and weaknesses
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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