CHALLENGES
Get to know our powerful challenges. Read through tasks descriptions and decide how you will help to make the world a better place for 1 million people.
Get to know our powerful challenges. Read through tasks descriptions and decide how you will help to make the world a better place for 1 million people.
Technical details of tasks will be revealed on the first day of the hackathon - 14th of June.
PATH 1
AI for Mental Wellness
Facing a rising tide of mental health crises, especially among teenagers, our world is in dire need of more mental health professionals. The resources are there, but often hard to navigate on tough days. We're in desperate need of a user-friendly, efficient solution. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and join the mission to bridge this gap? There's never been a better time to make a real difference.
Challenge
Recognize the Mental Health need and suggest the best facility or resource to support people in crisis.
Nonprofit experts
Unaweza - Martyna Wojciechowska Foundation
What's the task?
Teenage years can be an emotionally tumultuous time, and recognizing and addressing mental health needs during this stage is crucial. The project proposes the use of generative AI to identify signs of mental health crises and suggest suitable facilities or resources for help. This AI-driven tool aims to interpret and respond to complex emotions and situations, providing timely, personalized recommendations for assistance. The impact is potentially lifesaving, helping ensure teenagers in crisis receive the help they need, when they need it. By providing responsive, appropriate mental health resources, we can contribute to healthier, happier, and safer futures for our young population.
Recognize the Mental Health need and suggest the best facility or resource to support people in crisis.
Nonprofit experts
Unaweza - Martyna Wojciechowska Foundation
What's the task?
Teenage years can be an emotionally tumultuous time, and recognizing and addressing mental health needs during this stage is crucial. The project proposes the use of generative AI to identify signs of mental health crises and suggest suitable facilities or resources for help. This AI-driven tool aims to interpret and respond to complex emotions and situations, providing timely, personalized recommendations for assistance. The impact is potentially lifesaving, helping ensure teenagers in crisis receive the help they need, when they need it. By providing responsive, appropriate mental health resources, we can contribute to healthier, happier, and safer futures for our young population.
PATH 2
Barrier-Free Democracy with AI
Unlock the potential of generative AI to bridge language barriers and foster accessibility in democracy. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI solutions to simplify complex legal documents and legislation. By translating formal texts into easy-to-understand language, we can promote inclusivity and empower all members of society to engage in democratic processes.
Challenge
Tool to translate legislation into a more user-friendly language to improve participation in democratic processes.
Nonprofit experts
Democracy of the Future
What's the task?
Legislation, the cornerstone of democracy, can be mired in complex language. The project seeks to untangle this by using generative AI to simplify legal jargon, making it user-friendly and accessible. This pioneering solution is set to redefine democratic participation, equipping citizens to actively engage in civic matters. By democratizing access to legislation, we are shaping a future where democracy is inclusive, understandable, and open to all.
Technical requirements
This is a WordPress website, so an understanding of PHP and writing WordPress plugins is needed. Unless the company would like to re-write the whole website using other technology - then other technologies are possible.
Tool to translate legislation into a more user-friendly language to improve participation in democratic processes.
Nonprofit experts
Democracy of the Future
What's the task?
Legislation, the cornerstone of democracy, can be mired in complex language. The project seeks to untangle this by using generative AI to simplify legal jargon, making it user-friendly and accessible. This pioneering solution is set to redefine democratic participation, equipping citizens to actively engage in civic matters. By democratizing access to legislation, we are shaping a future where democracy is inclusive, understandable, and open to all.
Technical requirements
This is a WordPress website, so an understanding of PHP and writing WordPress plugins is needed. Unless the company would like to re-write the whole website using other technology - then other technologies are possible.
Challenge
Auto-translate the legal documents for refugees into simple language.
Nonprofit experts
Socialbee
What's the task?
Legal systems can be labyrinthine, particularly for refugees grappling with language and cultural obstacles. The project for a leading German non-profit for refugees employs generative AI to break down these barriers. This AI tool will translate complex legal terms into digestible language, fostering self-reliance and easing integration. In promoting accessible legal systems, we'll advance inclusivity and champion a more equitable society.
Technical requirements
Auto-translate the legal documents for refugees into simple language.
Nonprofit experts
Socialbee
What's the task?
Legal systems can be labyrinthine, particularly for refugees grappling with language and cultural obstacles. The project for a leading German non-profit for refugees employs generative AI to break down these barriers. This AI tool will translate complex legal terms into digestible language, fostering self-reliance and easing integration. In promoting accessible legal systems, we'll advance inclusivity and champion a more equitable society.
Technical requirements
- Our stack is reactJS as frontend, and nestJS in the backend. We run on AWS as a cloud provider and are heavy users of Salesforce Sales Cloud for user data but also CMS (for some online articles)
- Sales Cloud has an API that we already use.
- We are required by our grant fundings that all our IP become either open source or have a free license
- Additionally, since we're based in the EU, we need to be GDPR compliant
- We are able to use open-source tools and already do
PATH 3
AI Advocates for Human Rights
Harness the potential of generative AI to identify and classify instances of human rights violations, fostering global awareness and driving change. In this path, participants will focus on detecting cases involving Indigenous communities and other vulnerable populations. Let's join forces to leverage AI technology in the fight for justice and the protection of human rights worldwide.
Challenge
Classify cases of breaking Indigenous communities's Human Rights to build a better understanding of a problem.
Nonprofit experts
CRIES
What's the task?
Indigenous communities around the world continue to face human rights violations, often overlooked due to a lack of understanding and visibility of these issues. The project seeks to change this narrative. Leveraging generative AI, this tool will identify, classify, and analyze instances of rights violations, effectively bringing these issues into the spotlight. The far-reaching impact of this project lies in its potential to shape a more nuanced understanding of the challenges Indigenous communities face. By increasing visibility and comprehension, we are empowering decision-makers, activists, and communities to advocate more effectively for the rights of Indigenous peoples and foster a more inclusive and equitable world.
Technical requirements
Our organization is pro open-source
Classify cases of breaking Indigenous communities's Human Rights to build a better understanding of a problem.
Nonprofit experts
CRIES
What's the task?
Indigenous communities around the world continue to face human rights violations, often overlooked due to a lack of understanding and visibility of these issues. The project seeks to change this narrative. Leveraging generative AI, this tool will identify, classify, and analyze instances of rights violations, effectively bringing these issues into the spotlight. The far-reaching impact of this project lies in its potential to shape a more nuanced understanding of the challenges Indigenous communities face. By increasing visibility and comprehension, we are empowering decision-makers, activists, and communities to advocate more effectively for the rights of Indigenous peoples and foster a more inclusive and equitable world.
Technical requirements
Our organization is pro open-source
Challenge
Automated Human Rights appeal creator to empower Refugees and Asylum seekers to fight for their rights.
Nonprofit experts
Asylex
What's the task?
Human rights are universal, yet refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in situations where these rights are denied or violated. The project will utilize the power of generative AI to provide these marginalized groups with the tools they need to stand up for their rights. The AI-powered tool will automatically generate compelling and accurate human rights appeals, tailored to individual cases. This has the potential to create a substantial impact, empowering refugees and asylum seekers to assert their rights effectively and efficiently. By facilitating more equitable access to justice, we can contribute to a world where everyone's rights are respected and protected.
Automated Human Rights appeal creator to empower Refugees and Asylum seekers to fight for their rights.
Nonprofit experts
Asylex
What's the task?
Human rights are universal, yet refugees and asylum seekers often find themselves in situations where these rights are denied or violated. The project will utilize the power of generative AI to provide these marginalized groups with the tools they need to stand up for their rights. The AI-powered tool will automatically generate compelling and accurate human rights appeals, tailored to individual cases. This has the potential to create a substantial impact, empowering refugees and asylum seekers to assert their rights effectively and efficiently. By facilitating more equitable access to justice, we can contribute to a world where everyone's rights are respected and protected.
PATH 4
Superhero Synergy: AI Connections for Change
Unite the superheroes of our world by developing AI-driven text classification systems to create meaningful connections. In this path, participants will focus on building matching solutions and recommendation engines for various social impact initiatives. Let's harness the power of generative AI to strengthen networks, maximize impact, and create a better world together.
Challenge
Create a matchmaking solution for BCorps.
Nonprofit experts
BLab Europe
What is the task?
In the face of mounting global environmental challenges, sustainable businesses are crucial drivers of change. The project utilizes generative AI to facilitate collaboration between these world-changing entities. This AI-driven matchmaking tool will identify synergies between B-corps, enabling them to join forces and transform markets together. By fostering collaborations that steer markets towards sustainability, we're contributing to the creation of a greener, more responsible, and prosperous future.
Technical requirements
The companies will need to sign an NDA.
Create a matchmaking solution for BCorps.
Nonprofit experts
BLab Europe
What is the task?
In the face of mounting global environmental challenges, sustainable businesses are crucial drivers of change. The project utilizes generative AI to facilitate collaboration between these world-changing entities. This AI-driven matchmaking tool will identify synergies between B-corps, enabling them to join forces and transform markets together. By fostering collaborations that steer markets towards sustainability, we're contributing to the creation of a greener, more responsible, and prosperous future.
Technical requirements
The companies will need to sign an NDA.
Challenge
Create an AI-powered matchmaker for Tech Companies and Nonprofits to create innovative digital products for social good
Nonprofit experts
Tech To The Rescue
What's the task?
Today, many businesses strive to give back to the community, yet finding the right non-profit project to support can be a challenge. The project uses the potential of generative AI to streamline this process. This innovative tool will analyze a vast array of non-profit initiatives and match companies with the projects that align best with their objectives and capacity for pro-bono partnership. The potential impact is two-fold: non-profits can secure necessary support, and businesses can ensure their resources are contributing to high-impact, meaningful change.
Create an AI-powered matchmaker for Tech Companies and Nonprofits to create innovative digital products for social good
Nonprofit experts
Tech To The Rescue
What's the task?
Today, many businesses strive to give back to the community, yet finding the right non-profit project to support can be a challenge. The project uses the potential of generative AI to streamline this process. This innovative tool will analyze a vast array of non-profit initiatives and match companies with the projects that align best with their objectives and capacity for pro-bono partnership. The potential impact is two-fold: non-profits can secure necessary support, and businesses can ensure their resources are contributing to high-impact, meaningful change.
PATH 5
Speedy Solutions for Crisis Relief
Utilize generative AI to accelerate the creation of formal documents, bringing aid to those in crisis situations more swiftly. In this path, participants will develop AI-powered tools to generate human rights appeals and project proposals, empowering refugees, asylum seekers, and individuals in dangerous circumstances. Let's leverage AI to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Challenge
Gen-AI powered digital solution finder for crisis zones
Nonprofit experts
UNDP Digital Office
What's the task?
Crisis zones present a unique set of challenges, often requiring tailor-made solutions for effective aid delivery. The project aims to accelerate the process of identifying the best interventions. By harnessing generative AI, this tool is designed to evaluate countless possible solutions rapidly, prioritizing those with the highest potential impact based on the specific context of a crisis. The speed and precision afforded by AI could transform disaster response, ensuring resources are deployed more efficiently and effectively. This innovative approach stands to save lives and alleviate suffering, revolutionizing crisis management in our increasingly volatile world.
Gen-AI powered digital solution finder for crisis zones
Nonprofit experts
UNDP Digital Office
What's the task?
Crisis zones present a unique set of challenges, often requiring tailor-made solutions for effective aid delivery. The project aims to accelerate the process of identifying the best interventions. By harnessing generative AI, this tool is designed to evaluate countless possible solutions rapidly, prioritizing those with the highest potential impact based on the specific context of a crisis. The speed and precision afforded by AI could transform disaster response, ensuring resources are deployed more efficiently and effectively. This innovative approach stands to save lives and alleviate suffering, revolutionizing crisis management in our increasingly volatile world.
PATH 6
Truth-Seeking AI: Fighting Fake News
Combat misinformation online by developing generative AI solutions to identify and debunk false content. In this path, participants will focus on recognizing misleading information about topics like autism and exposing inconsistencies in corporate communication. Let's work together to build a more reliable, transparent, and trustworthy digital landscape.
Challenge
Recognize fake information about autism being published online to prevent harmful treatment cases.
Nonprofit experts
European Council of Autistic People
What's the task?
In the era of digital communication, misinformation proliferates rapidly, particularly in the realm of health and wellness. When this pertains to autism, erroneous information can lead to harmful treatment approaches. The "Recognize Fake Information About Autism" project aims to leverage the power of generative AI to combat this threat. This advanced tool will utilize AI to detect and debunk false information about autism circulating online. This would reduce the risk of harmful treatments, enhance understanding about autism, and promote a safer, more informed digital community. By ensuring accuracy in online autism discourse, we protect and empower individuals with autism and their families.
Recognize fake information about autism being published online to prevent harmful treatment cases.
Nonprofit experts
European Council of Autistic People
What's the task?
In the era of digital communication, misinformation proliferates rapidly, particularly in the realm of health and wellness. When this pertains to autism, erroneous information can lead to harmful treatment approaches. The "Recognize Fake Information About Autism" project aims to leverage the power of generative AI to combat this threat. This advanced tool will utilize AI to detect and debunk false information about autism circulating online. This would reduce the risk of harmful treatments, enhance understanding about autism, and promote a safer, more informed digital community. By ensuring accuracy in online autism discourse, we protect and empower individuals with autism and their families.
PATH 7
AI for Creative Learning
Revolutionize education by employing generative AI to create personalized, engaging, and enjoyable learning experiences. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI-powered tools for generating creative lesson plans and providing mentorship for young activists. Let's work together to reshape the future of education and empower the next generation of changemakers.
Challenge
AI-powered mentor chat for young activists changing lives of millions of Poles.
Nonprofit expert
Zwolnieni z Teorii
What is the task?
In an age of existential dangers, young activists are stepping up to bring about transformative change. The "AI-Powered Mentor Chat" project aims to support these young changemakers, particularly those striving to improve the lives of millions in Poland. Utilizing the capabilities of generative AI, this tool will offer personalized guidance and support through a mentorship chat, tailored to individual needs and goals. The tool will enhance the effectiveness of young activists' work but also in foster a culture of informed and empowered social change. By cultivating a more vibrant and robust activist community, we're driving towards a future shaped by the bold ideas and passion of young leaders.
AI-powered mentor chat for young activists changing lives of millions of Poles.
Nonprofit expert
Zwolnieni z Teorii
What is the task?
In an age of existential dangers, young activists are stepping up to bring about transformative change. The "AI-Powered Mentor Chat" project aims to support these young changemakers, particularly those striving to improve the lives of millions in Poland. Utilizing the capabilities of generative AI, this tool will offer personalized guidance and support through a mentorship chat, tailored to individual needs and goals. The tool will enhance the effectiveness of young activists' work but also in foster a culture of informed and empowered social change. By cultivating a more vibrant and robust activist community, we're driving towards a future shaped by the bold ideas and passion of young leaders.
PATH 8
AI for Climate Consciousness
Harness the power of generative AI to drive meaningful change and create a sustainable future. In this path, participants will use advanced AI techniques to analyze content, generate objective descriptions, and assess climate impact. Unravel the potential of AI to provide clarity and data-driven insights for a better understanding of our world and the environment we share.
Challenge
Classify objects on photos to improve the capacity and understanding of climate impact of the biggest second-hand community in PL internet
Nonprofit expert
Uwaga, smieciarka jedzie
What is the task?
The project uses generative AI to address the environmental toll of consumerism across multiple sectors like fashion, furniture and home decor. Designed for Poland's biggest online second-hand marketplace, this project aims to use AI to recognize and categorize items in photos, enlightening users about the climate impact linked with each item. Once developed, this revolutionary tool could elevate sustainable consumption, promoting reuse and helping reduce our overall carbon footprint.
Classify objects on photos to improve the capacity and understanding of climate impact of the biggest second-hand community in PL internet
Nonprofit expert
Uwaga, smieciarka jedzie
What is the task?
The project uses generative AI to address the environmental toll of consumerism across multiple sectors like fashion, furniture and home decor. Designed for Poland's biggest online second-hand marketplace, this project aims to use AI to recognize and categorize items in photos, enlightening users about the climate impact linked with each item. Once developed, this revolutionary tool could elevate sustainable consumption, promoting reuse and helping reduce our overall carbon footprint.
PATH 9
AI for Inclusive Employment
Empower excluded individuals by leveraging the capabilities of generative AI to help them secure fulfilling employment. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI-driven tools to create attractive CVs and cover letters, assisting those who face challenges in re-entering the job market. Let's work together to break down barriers and create a more inclusive workforce.
Challenge
Automated Cover Letter creator to support exluded in landing a good job
Nonprofit expert
mavoie
What is the task?
Access to quality employment is a significant barrier for many marginalized individuals. The project intends to leverage generative AI to tackle this pressing issue. By automating the creation of compelling cover letters, this initiative aims to boost the chances of these individuals in landing a quality job. When developed, this tool will democratize access to employment opportunities, empowering those who often find themselves excluded from the job market and paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse workforce.
Automated Cover Letter creator to support exluded in landing a good job
Nonprofit expert
mavoie
What is the task?
Access to quality employment is a significant barrier for many marginalized individuals. The project intends to leverage generative AI to tackle this pressing issue. By automating the creation of compelling cover letters, this initiative aims to boost the chances of these individuals in landing a quality job. When developed, this tool will democratize access to employment opportunities, empowering those who often find themselves excluded from the job market and paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse workforce.
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