Innovathon:
Youth Creator Hackathon

Innovathon = Innovation + Hackathon—a hackathon-style summer camp built around imagination and creation. In six intense days, kids form teams, think like founders, start from real-life pain points, build a product MVP through vibe coding, and pitch live to professional judges on Demo Day.

Core Learning Objectives

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Cross-disciplinary Creativity

Real creation happens at the boundaries between disciplines. Kids blend business, technology, and creativity—using AI to turn cross-disciplinary ideas into things no one has seen before.

Core Curriculum

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AI for Good

Designing intelligent systems that solve urgent global challenges—from climate modeling to accessible healthcare distribution.

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AI for Fun

Unlocking creative potential through generative art, procedural storytelling, and new forms of interactive digital play.

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AI for Learning

Redefining pedagogy with personalized AI tutors, immersive history simulations, and cognitive augmentation tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the age requirements for participants?expand_more
The Innovathon is open to students aged 9–18. We maintain a diverse cohort to encourage peer-to-peer mentoring and multi-generational perspectives on design.
Do I need prior coding experience?expand_more
While prior experience is helpful, it is not mandatory. We provide pre-program digital modules and Vibe Coding tools to bring all participants up to a baseline level.
What should I bring to the program?expand_more
Participants should bring a laptop capable of running standard development tools. All other specialized hardware, prototyping materials, and daily sustenance will be provided.