Objective:
To engage youth in solving real-world problems aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and VPA Objectives – SDG 2: Zero Hunger and SDG 4: Quality Education – through open innovation, collaboration, and technology.

Target Participants:

• Age Group: 14–24 years
• Eligible Groups: College students, early-career professionals, young entrepreneurs.
  • Mode: Virtual
  • Last Date to Send Nominations: June 28, 2025
  • Team Size: 1–5 members

1. Zero Hunger (SDG 2)

• AI-driven crop forecasting for small farmers
• Apps for reducing food wastage at schools/hostels
• Community-based nutrition distribution models
• Traceable food supply chains using blockchain
• EdTech to teach sustainable agriculture practices

2. Quality Education (SDG 4)

• Inclusive remote learning for rural students
• Gamification of literacy and numeracy for children
• Skill-building platforms for dropouts or informal sector youth
• Tools to assist differently-abled learners
• AI tutors for regional language learners

To participate in the competition, you must complete all of the following items by June 25, 2025:

• Fill out the Registration Form one per team member
• To submit your proof concept, the team should clearly demonstrate the idea works at a basic level and solve the problem targeted
  1. Create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation explaining your idea and problem statement. List technologies used and architectural diagrams/wireframes.
  2. Provide a demo of your prototype with a video walkthrough.
  3. Shortlisted teams will be asked for github repo link and readme.md file.
• Send your submission with team name in subject line along with presentation and demo video attachment to hackathon@myvpa.org

Innovation Criteria

• Relevance to SDG2 or SDG4
• Originality of the Idea
• Impact Potential
• Feasibility & Scalability
• Prototype/Demo Readiness
• Youth-driven Approach

Awards and Recognition
Best Education Innovation
Best Hunger Solution
Best Youth-Led Team

Judged by industry experts, winners recognized at Global VPA Convention, mentorship opportunities.

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