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🌊 Hackathon “Waves of Change”

Are you passionate about science, innovation, or the environment? 🌱 Do you want to create your project and help build a better world? 🌍
Collaborate with experts and fellow enthusiasts to turn your ideas into ambitious innovations 💡. Join the Participatory Science Hackathon “Waves of Change”, taking place from October 26 to 30 on Réunion Island.

🌊 Recap of the previous edition of the Ocean Participatory Science Hackathon

After participating in the third edition of the United Nations Ocean Conference, the Ocean Participatory Science Hackathon is now taking place on Réunion Island!
This event brought together students, professionals, and researchers from all backgrounds to co-create innovative projects for ocean protection and help them emerge in the context of an international-scale event. Together, through the Hackathon, participants actively contributed to supporting and implementing UN Sustainable Development Goal 14: “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.”

This edition of the Hackathon is titled: “Waves of Change”.

🌟 Experience the Hackathon like never before

During five intense and inspiring days, develop team projects for a more resilient and sustainable world in your field of choice: environmental sciences, marine biology, computer science, law, finance, electronics, architecture, management, and more.
This interdisciplinary event allows you to actively contribute to global challenges while expanding your professional network. Take advantage of the presence of passionate participants and experts, and leave equipped with the tools to bring your project to life.

🔬 Building a sustainable future through participatory science

Participatory science is a powerful lever to imagine and design concrete solutions to today’s major challenges. Whether it’s protecting the environment, rethinking lifestyles, or exploring new forms of social and technological innovation, everyone can actively contribute to building a sustainable future through collective intelligence.

🛠 Hackathon: bring your ideas to life

On-site, after team formation, you will:
💡 Imagine an innovative solution that inspires you
🏗️ Build your project from start to finish
🎯 Tackle challenges proposed by major stakeholders
🧑‍🏫 Receive expert guidance to bring your ideas to reality
After the Hackathon, you will be able to:
🚀 Implement your project and develop your activities
🌍 Scale other impactful projects to help build a better future

👥 Who is it for?

This Hackathon is open to enthusiasts, students, and professionals from various disciplines:
🧑‍🔬 Environmental sciences and marine biology
📡 Oceanography, space sciences, and marine robotics
⚖ Marine environmental law and ocean governance
💡 Technological innovation and ecological engineering
📊 Blue economy, sustainable finance, and responsible tourism
🎓 Environmental education and awareness
🌱 Coastal zone management and biodiversity protection
💻 Electronics, computer science, and telecommunications

Whether you are a student, researcher, engineer, NGO member, policymaker, or entrepreneur, you are welcome to bring your ideas and build impactful projects in a participatory science format!

📍 Location:

  • coming soon...in Reunion Island
    📆 Dates:
  • October 26 to 30, 2026
    👥 Number of participants:
  • 50 to 150 people from around the world
👉 See the detailed description
of the Hackathon 🎯🎓		 🪙👥 Register 📍🏛

💡 Develop your skills through a unique experience

📐 Project design, planning, and management
🤝 Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration
🧩 Problem-solving
🌐 Networking and partnerships
🎨 Creativity and innovation
🗣️ Communication
⏱️ Time management and organization
🔄 Adaptability and flexibility
🔬 Knowledge of participatory research and citizen science

🎓 Leave with an official certificate validating your participation!

📅 A rich and stimulating program

🧑‍🏫 Mentoring with experts
🛠️ Practical workshops
🎤 Final pitch and project presentations

👉 See the detailed description
of the Hackathon 🎯🎓		 🪙👥 Register 📍🏛

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