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EmpowHer HackDay
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An in-person mini hackathon powered by Google Developer Groups, Major League Hacking (MLH) and amazing MLH partners (like Google). MLH and Google want hackers to leverage the power of large language models to prototype and build awesome hacks faster than ever before!
Empowering learners in technology through innovation, ethical AI, and blockchain solutions. Join us for a day of coding, collaboration, and creating positive change! 🌐 Open worldwide — all universities, all majors, and learners 16+. We especially encourage women and non-binary participants to join, and welcome allies from all backgrounds.
Prizes: Mini IoT Development Kit, Unibee.dev - Developer Plan Subscription & Kluster.AI - Starter Kit
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Hacker – Learner
🌐 Open worldwide — all universities, all majors, and learners 16+. We especially encourage women and non-binary participants to join; all allies welcome.
Under-18 exception:If you're under 18, you must have parent/guardian permission. For in-person activities, a parent/guardian must be present. For online sessions, a signed permission form is required. View Under-18 Participation Policy
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Registration
- Register Now on MLH → go to the event page and click Register.
- [Get Started with Sponsored Participant Products (Subscriptions/Apis, etc.)] Register with OneStopForm → go to Hack University → Hackathons and complete the One Stop Form.
- Once registered at Hack University, redeem Subscriptions/Apis, etc.
- Get your ticket on the Bevy calendar.
- Check in with Staff [only for In-person events].Qr Code for Check-in at the venue
- Register on Devpost (Project Submission Portal).
After registering, create a GitHub repository and submit your first commit to Devpost. If you don't have an app name or team yet, make your own initial commit and update it later. You will still be allowed to continue making edits until the closing ceremony. This step is required to be completed before mid-hackathon to confirm your participation and access participant benefits.
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Get Involved
Join our hackathon community! Whether you're an industry professional, volunteer, fundraiser, or sponsor, your support drives innovation and empowers the next generation of tech leaders.
Get Involved – Learn MoreEvent Details
Join hundreds of passionate developers, designers, and innovators
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When
October 18, 2025
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Where
Parking garage (PG6) 112 - Florida International University
FIU Campus, Miami
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Duration
12 Hours
Full Day Hackathon
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Cost
Completely Free
Food & Swag Included
Why Join EmpowHer HackDay?
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AI-Powered Hacking
Leverage Google's large language models and AI tools to prototype and build innovative solutions faster than ever.
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Rapid Prototyping
Use cutting-edge AI tools to accelerate your development process and bring ideas to life in record time.
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Empowerment Focus
Dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and showcase their talents.
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Amazing Prizes
Mini IoT Development Kit
3 months Unibee Developer Plan Subscription
For all participants: Kluster.AI Starter Kit
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AI Workshops
Learn hands-on with Google's AI tools, large language models, and cutting-edge machine learning technologies.
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Free Food & Swag
Enjoy meals, snacks, and exclusive Google & MLH swag throughout the day. Stay energized and motivated!
Hackathon Tracks 🧭
Build from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (10 hours). Submit before closing demos.
🌟 Track 1 — EmpowHER General
Top 1 WinBuild an innovative solution in any of these focus areas. Code or vibe coding welcome! Cite sources when using Gen AI.
Women in Tech EmpowermentEthical AIBlockchain for Social GoodInclusive Digital SolutionsAccessibility (WCAG)
🧾 What to Submit
- GitHub Repo with your code or prototype files and a clear
README.md. - Demo Video up to 2 minutes (YouTube/Loom link in README).
- Live Link (if applicable) or screenshots/GIFs in the README.
- Live Demo up to 2 minutes + 1 min Q&A
Innovation Originality and creativity of the solution.
Impact Usefulness and potential for positive change.
Functionality How well it works (or how convincingly it is prototyped).
UX & Clarity Design quality and clarity of the README/demo.
⏱️ Mini Day Timeline
9:00 AM Check-in, Kickoff, team forming
1:00 PMCheckpoint & mentor round
6:30 PM Submissions open / final checks
8:00 PM Submissions due / Demos
🦄 Track 2 — Tech Unicorn (Pitch)
Best Pitch WinsStartup pitch challenge — No code Track. Focus on vision, problem, market, and go-to-market.
🧾 What to Submit (GitHub Repo)
- Pitch Deck (10–12 slides) PDF/PPT/Slides link.
- Executive Summary(≤1 page) — value prop & market.
- Pitch Video (≤2 minutes) — unlisted link acceptable.
- Live Demo up to 2 minutes + 1 min Q&A
⚖️ Judging Criteria
Problem & Insight Clarity and depth of understanding.
Solution & Moat Differentiation and feasibility.
Market Size, users, and adoption path.
Story & Delivery Deck quality and pitch presence.
⏱️ Mini Day Timeline
9:00 AM Check-in, Kickoff
10:00 AMIdeation & validation
2:00 PM Draft deck review (mentors)
6:30 PMFinalize deck & video link
8:00 PMSubmit & pitch
Tip: Include mockups (Figma/Canva), market sizing, a simple GTM plan, and risks + mitigations.
MLH Official
Major League Hacking × Google Event
EmpowHer HackDay is an official Major League Hacking (MLH) mini hackathon powered by Google. Join the largest community of learner developers and leverage Google's AI tools to build incredible projects!
By participating, you agree to the MLH Code of Conduct
Sponsors & Partners
Supported by amazing organizations who believe in empowering the next generation of innovators