Hackathon

AI Ethics Hackathon

Developing Responsible AI Systems

July 18-19, 2026 Cyber Campus, Bucharest

Participants

Days

Challenge Areas

Prizes

Event Overview

The AI Ethics Hackathon is a weekend-long event focusing on the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence development. Participants will explore responsible AI design, bias detection and mitigation, and creating AI systems that prioritize human values and well-being.

Challenge Areas

Teams will choose one of the following challenge areas to address during the hackathon.

Bias Detection & Mitigation

Develop tools to identify and reduce bias in AI systems

Explainable AI

Create methods to make AI decision-making more transparent and understandable

Privacy-Preserving AI

Design AI systems that protect user privacy by default

AI Safety

Build safeguards to prevent AI misuse or unintended consequences

Inclusive AI Design

Ensure AI systems work effectively for diverse populations

Schedule

Day 1 (July 18)

08:30 - 09:30

Registration and Morning Coffee

09:30 - 10:30

Opening Keynote: "The Ethical Imperative in AI Development"

10:30 - 11:30

Challenge Introduction and Team Formation

11:30 - 12:30

Expert Panel: "Current Challenges in AI Ethics"

13:30 - 18:00

Hackathon Session

19:00 - 20:00

Evening Workshop: "Ethics by Design Methodologies"

20:00 - 22:00

Extended Hacking (Optional)

Day 2 (July 19)

09:00 - 10:00

Breakfast and Daily Kickoff

10:00 - 12:30

Continued Hackathon Session

13:30 - 15:00

Final Development Sprint

15:30 - 17:30

Team Presentations (5 minutes each)

17:30 - 18:30

Judging and Community Voting

18:30 - 19:30

Awards Ceremony and Closing Remarks

Evaluation Criteria

Ethical Impact

Effectiveness in addressing ethical challenges in AI

Innovation

Uniqueness and creativity of the approach

Technical Implementation

Quality of the technical solution

Practicality

Feasibility for real-world implementation

Presentation

Clarity and effectiveness of the final presentation

Prizes

First Place

Cash prize and mentorship with Ethics in AI Institute

Second Place

Prize and specialized AI ethics training packages

Third Place

Prize and conference tickets to AI Ethics Summit

People's Choice

Prize and featured profile in AI Ethics Newsletter

Who Should Participate

AI developers and data scientists

Ethics researchers and philosophers

UX/UI designers focused on human-centered design

Policy and governance specialists

Students in computer science, ethics, or related fields

Anyone interested in the ethical implications of AI technology

Registration Information

Registration required. Early registration is recommended as spaces are limited to 80 participants. Teams of 3-5 are recommended, but individual registrations are also welcome - we'll help match you with a team.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technical skills do I need to participate?

Teams benefit from a mix of technical and non-technical backgrounds. While programming experience is valuable, expertise in ethics, design, policy, and user experience are equally important for creating well-rounded solutions.

Do I need to have my own project idea?

While you're welcome to come with ideas, we'll provide detailed challenge briefs and mentors will help teams refine their concepts during the initial phase of the hackathon.

What resources will be provided?

Participants will have access to computing resources, datasets, AI ethics frameworks, and mentorship from experts in both AI technology and ethics.

Is there a participation fee?

Yes, there is a nominal registration fee (reduced rate for students). This covers all meals, resources, and materials during the event.

Can I participate remotely?

This hackathon is primarily designed as an in-person event to facilitate collaboration and meaningful discussions. However, limited remote participation options may be available - please contact us for details.

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