Hackathon 2025: AI • ML • Robotics
Reinventing Waste Management for a Cleaner Planet
Hosted by Rotary IT Fellowship • RAGCED • Rotary Club of Global Tech Innovators (District 6950)
Welcome to the Revolution of Ideas
This isn’t just a hackathon—it’s a celebration of innovation, creativity, and global collaboration.
For 48 hours, the brightest minds from around the world will unite to reimagine how AI, Machine Learning, and Robotics can turn waste into opportunity and shape a cleaner, smarter planet.
Here’s your chance to make a difference, gain recognition, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
The Journey of Innovation
This event is designed to take you from idea to impact:
- Registration Closes: Oct 31, 2025 – Secure your spot today!
- Proposal / Solution Submission: Nov 15, 2025 – Share your best ideas and show us your vision.
- Presentations & Shortlisting: Dec 31, 2025 – Finalists will present their solutions, and the Top 10 contenders and winners will be announced on the same day.
- Grand Finale: Jan 15, 2026 – The best solutions will be showcased in a live global event.
Your path to impact starts here.
Why You Should Join
- Global Collaboration: Work with innovators from every corner of the world.
- Tech for Good: Build AI and robotics solutions that can transform how communities handle waste.
- Mentorship That Matters: Learn directly from global experts in technology, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
- Recognition & Credibility: Gain certificates, digital badges, and visibility across Rotary’s global networks.
- Career Growth: Add a powerful project to your portfolio and build connections that last a lifetime.
This isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about building a brighter future together.
Rewards & Recognition
We believe the best ideas deserve the spotlight—and support to grow.
- Top 10 Finalists – Receive global recognition, certificates, and the chance to showcase your solution.
- Top 3 Winners – The top 3 winners of the final event will be awarded up to $5,000 based on the merits of their solutions.
- Global Platform – Present your innovations to an international audience of Rotarians, industry leaders, and changemakers.
- Pathways to Scale – Promising solutions may be connected with sponsors, investors, and Rotary networks for implementation.
Your innovation today could become the global solution of tomorrow.
Timeline at a Glance
- Registration Ends: Oct 31, 2025
- Proposal Submission: Nov 15, 2025
- Presentations, Shortlisting & Winners Announced: Dec 31, 2025
- Grand Finale: Jan 15, 2026
ENROLLMENT FEES
Accessible to all, designed to make a difference:
- Students & Rotaractors – $25
- Professionals & Entrepreneurs – $50
- Corporate Teams (up to 5) – $200
Your contribution fuels mentorship, event logistics, and seed-funding opportunities for outstanding projects.
Take the Leap
The world is ready for bold ideas.
Together, we can transform waste into opportunity.
And it starts with YOU.