Apply to The Bauchi Women SDG Innovation Hackathon 2026

Empowering the Next Generation of Female Leaders: The Bauchi Women SDG Innovation Hackathon 2026

Program: Bauchi Women SDG Innovation Hackathon 

Location: Bauchi State, Nigeria 

Target Audience: Women aged 18–35 

Focus: Technology-driven and community-based solutions for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

About the Hackathon

The Bauchi Women SDG Innovation Hackathon is a premier, women-centric innovation initiative designed to ignite the creative potential of young women across Bauchi State. In a world rapidly evolving through technology and social enterprise, this program serves as a launchpad for women to transition from being passive observers to becoming active problem-solvers. Our mission is to empower participants to develop practical, scalable, and impactful solutions that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring a more equitable and sustainable future for all.

This hackathon is more than just a competition; it is a collaborative ecosystem. We provide a safe and vibrant space for women to ideate, design, and propose solutions that tackle the most pressing challenges facing our local communities—from improving maternal health and educational access to fostering economic resilience and environmental sustainability.

Key Themes and SDG Focus Areas

Participants are encouraged to think critically about challenges in Bauchi State and propose innovations in areas such as:

•  Quality Education (SDG 4): Improving literacy, vocational skills, and digital inclusion.

•  Gender Equality (SDG 5): Enhancing women’s participation in leadership and economic activities.

•  Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3): Innovative approaches to community health and nutrition.

•  Climate Action & Environment (SDG 13): Waste management, clean energy, and environmental conservation.

•  Decent Work & Economic Growth (SDG 8): Entrepreneurship and youth employment solutions.

What You Will Gain

•  Mentorship: Access to experienced professionals and industry experts who will guide you through the process of refining your ideas.

•  Capacity Building: Intensive workshops on design thinking, problem-solving, and how to build a sustainable social impact model.

•  Networking: Connect with like-minded women, potential partners, and community leaders.

•  Pitching Experience: Gain the confidence to present your ideas to a panel of esteemed judges and receive constructive feedback.

•  Recognition: The opportunity to showcase your innovation and potentially receive support to move your project from idea to implementation.

Eligibility Criteria

We are looking for passionate, driven, and community-minded women who meet the following requirements:

•  Gender: Open exclusively to women.

•  Age: Between 18 and 35 years.

•  Residency: Must be a resident of Bauchi State.

•  Interest: A strong passion for innovation, community development, and the SDGs.

•  Experience Level: No prior technology or coding experience is required. We value your ideas and your commitment to change above your technical background.

Who Should Apply?

Whether you are a student looking to make a difference, a professional seeking to solve industry gaps, an aspiring entrepreneur with a business idea, or a local innovator with a passion for social change—this hackathon is for you.

Method of Application

Don’t let your ideas stay silent. Turn your vision into impact and be part of the change Bauchi State needs. Submit your application today via the link below:

Apply Here: https://forms.gle/fhW4mrmBoKQvowmv7

Application Deadline: Ensure you register early to secure your spot in this transformative program.

Join the Bauchi Women SDG Innovation Hackathon and lead the way toward a brighter future.