The event begins with a Learn‑a‑thon, where participants from all over the world take part in expert-led workshops, hands-on tutorials, and peer learning circles. This phase is focused on skill-building and technical foundation, paired with mentorship to help registrants grow their confidence and technical ability.
Next comes the Idea‑thon, a week-long intensive where participants team up to ideate around challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. They work together to design tech-driven solutions, before validating and refining their concepts under the guidance of industry mentors.
The final stage is the Hackathon, a multi-week sprint where teams transform their ideas into working prototypes. During this period, participants receive continuous technical mentorship, engage in peer review, and showcase their progress in weekly demos. The journey culminates in a Demo Day, where top projects are judged and awarded.
CreateHER Fest’s impact is global: it has empowered over a thousand participants from more than 80 countries, many of whom are first-time builders. The event emphasizes community, inclusion, and social good — aiming not just to teach technology, but to unlock leadership opportunities for underrepresented voices.
Its code of conduct underlines a commitment to respect, safety, and upliftment, ensuring a caring space for learning and collaboration, regardless of background.
In short, CreateHER Fest is more than a hackathon — it is a transformative movement. It inspires and equips creators to build technology with purpose, helping to design a more inclusive and equitable future in tech.
