Unite 2030: Kick-Out Discrimination in Sports Virtual Hackathon

L.A.C.E.S. and ID House are organising a virtual hackathon to tackle issues of discrimination in sport. Through innovation, teamwork and a collaborative spirit UNITE 2030: Kick Out Discrimination will empower participants to develop grassroots solutions for tackling discrimination at all levels of sport. This virtual hackathon will take place on 2-3 February, 2019.

What is UNITE 2030: Kick-Out Discrimination?

UNITE 2030 is a global, virtual, 48-hour “hackathon” for positive social change. If you’ve never heard of a hackathon before, you’re not alone. A hackathon is a sprint-like event, in which people come together to work in teams for a short amount of time, in order to tackle a particular challenge.

At UNITE 2030 - Kick Out Discrimination, it is our aim to bring together 100 young people (ages 18-30) representing 70 different countries, to spend 48-hours virtually working together in teams to create a solution that answers the question - “What does it look like to promote inclusion at all levels of sport within my country/community?” During the weekend, participants will attend virtual workshops and receive help from expert mentors who help them bring their discrimination fighting solutions to life.

At the end of the two days, teams are required to submit what we call, an “Action Plan,” that lays out the groundwork for their solution to discrimination. UNITE 2030 then culminates with a pitching round, where groups will have the opportunity to present their solutions to representatives from Sports for Development Organisations, paving the way for potential partnership, ideas sharing, and further support for development of their solutions.

Interested in being a participant?

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis and are currently open. Once all 100 spaces for the virtual summit are filled you will be added to a wait list. Application deadline is 11 January 2019.

• Apply at the event website

Requirements for participation:

• Participants must be between the ages of 18-30
• Since this is a virtual event you will need a strong reliable internet connection
• Ability to commit two days
• Has a passion for tackling discrimination in sports

Interested in being an expert?

We are seeking judges, mentors and workshop hosts for the event. We look for expertise from diverse backgrounds, and diverse perspectives, so if you think you have something unique to bring to the table or know of someone who might, get in touch by filling out this Talent Form. Experts commit anywhere from one to four hours over the weekend depending on their role.

• Mentors support the teams for a short time during the 48 hours. The individuals are experts in business ideation or on discrimination in sport. Their expertise is crucial in providing new perspectives to the team’s ideas
• Workshop Hosts: Participants attend a variety of virtual workshops to help them work through their action plans. Successful workshop hosts provide support on key concepts required in the action plan
• Judges: At the end of UNITE 2030 teams will present their action plans to a judging panel who will score their ideas to determine the most feasible, innovative and creative solutions

To learn more please visit the UNITE 2030 website or email L.A.C.E.S. at [email protected].