Wadi Makkah Tech invites innovators to join Eastern Province childhood hackathon

Wadi Makkah Technology Company, the investment arm of Umm Al-Qura University, has invited innovators and those interested in developing technological solutions to take part in the 'Childhood Hackathon' organized by the Inmaa Association for Child Care in the Eastern Province. The event aims to create innovative solutions that address children's needs, improve their quality of life, and enhance the role of technology in advancing social and developmental initiatives focused on childhood.

The hackathon seeks to harness the abilities and creative energy of young people to develop innovative solutions to childhood challenges. Participants will begin by identifying real needs, then designing suitable solutions, and finally building prototypes for technological initiatives that can be further developed and implemented, thereby maximizing social impact and improving services for children.

The hackathon will feature 50 participants divided into 12 teams, including university students, professionals, and those interested in childhood and innovation. Participants will work on developing ideas and initiatives based on an understanding of the needs of children, families, and field workers, transforming these insights into practical solutions that address existing challenges.

Promoting a culture of innovation and creativity

The hackathon aims to spread a culture of innovation in society, encourage creative thinking, and enable participants to use modern technologies to tackle social, developmental, and economic challenges in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. It also seeks to build a supportive ecosystem for promising ideas and turn them into initiatives with lasting impact.

Wadi Makkah Technology Company's participation is part of its ongoing efforts to support innovation, entrepreneurship, and empower innovators to develop their ideas into practical technological solutions. The company aims to strengthen the integration of knowledge, research, development, and community needs, contributing to the growth of the knowledge economy and leveraging the potential of young Saudis to create solutions that benefit all segments of society, especially children.