UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026

The UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026 is a global initiative to empower young innovators to address real-world challenges through Media and Information Literacy, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. It combines a learning journey, mentorship, and an international showcase opportunity for youth to develop and present innovative solutions. Participants gain access to mentorship, training in AI and digital transformation, and a UNESCO certificate; winning teams may be invited to a global festival to present their work.

Mentorship, training in AI and digital transformation, certification from UNESCO, and potential invitation to present projects at a global festival.

Teams must include 2 to 6 members. Individual registration is allowed (a team can be formed later).

Register interest via the official registration form and join the mentoring program; teams develop and submit project ideas for evaluation.