NASA Space Hackathon for TEENS - London

Organized by Acorn Aspirations

Advancing AI for humanity’s benefit

Acorn Aspirations is partnering with NASA Space Apps Challenge to inspire young people aged 11-18 into solving problems using data science and artificial intelligence.

This year's theme is EARTH AND SPACE

For more information: https://nasaspacehack.splashthat.com

What is a Space Apps Challenge?

Part of the Open Government Partnership, Space Apps is an annual event that pulls citizens together regardless of their background or skill level. Don't let the name fool you... it's not just about apps! Tackle a challenge using robotics, data visualization, hardware, design and many other specialties! Inspire each other while you learn and create using stories, code, design and, most of all, YOUR ideas. Show us your problem-solving skills and share your talents with the world!


MORE INFO:

CALLING ALL TEENS AGED 11-18!

JOIN US FOR  A 2 DAY EVENT (NOT OVERNIGHT) OF FUN AND LEARNING ABOUT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

SOLVE A REAL PROBLEM AND CHANGE THE WORLD.

YES, IT TAKES ONLY 2 DAYS TO CHANGE THE WORLD FOR GOOD.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

READ ON...

[DESIGN THINKERS, TECH MENTORS AND ENTREPRENEURS – PLEASE REGISTER TOO!! We need you to help inspire the teens]


FAQS

What is Acorn Aspirations?

Acorn Aspirations is a social impact company, which aims to inspire young people aged 11-18 into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. We are on a mission to bridge the digital skills gap and nurture the next generation of digital talent to fill the jobs required by the tech industry. 

As with all events, Acorn Aspirations is committed to reducing the diversity and inequalities gap and we actively encourage young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to experience the event for FREE. If you are in receipt of FREE SCHOOL MEALS, please send evidence (letter from school confirming FSM, Income Support etc) to Monica: monica.chaturvedi@acornaspirations.co.uk

Do I need to bring a laptop?

Yes. We do not provide laptops. 

Do teens need to know how to code?

No prior coding skills are essential. Do not worry - we will teach you all you need to know. Trust your mentors - they will guide you through the entire process!

Do parents need to participate? 

No. This is a drop-off event. Teens are to be dropped-off at 9.30 am and picked up at 6 pm on both days. 


Location

The Microsoft Reactor London
LondonUnited Kingdom

Dates

From 20th October 2018 - 09:30 AM
to 21st October 2018 - 06:00 PM