Hosted on the campus of YNUFE, the hackathon leveraged the university's comprehensive academic resources and UC Education's commitment to excellence in education, aiming to mobilize students towards addressing global and local challenges under the SDGs framework. The event drew participation from a diverse group of students, encompassing undergraduates to postgraduates, who were eager to contribute their innovative ideas and problem-solving skills.
Type
Other
Location
Yunnan, China
Date
6 Jan 2024 to 7 Jan 2024
Is this event associated with a learning outcome?
No
Does the event include an objective assessment of learning?
No
Duration of event
2 Days
Programme Area
Climate Change, Public Finance and Trade, Local Development
Website
https://www.unitar.org/
Price
$0
Event Focal Point Email
prosperity_directoroffice@unitar.org
Registration method
Private – by invitation
Mode of delivery
Face-to-Face
Languages
Chinese
Background
Event objectives
This groundbreaking event, held from 6-7 January 2024, was designed to inspire actionable solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a focus on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Content and Structure
The two-day event commenced with an SDG Innovation Workshop, providing participants with a blend of global and local perspectives on sustainability challenges. Students were encouraged to explore solutions across five thematic tracks: Technological Innovation and Future Industries, Rural Revitalization and Poverty Alleviation, Urban Governance and Social Services, Ecological Protection and Sustainable Development, and Cultural Creativity and Regional Cooperation. Following an intensive ideation and prototype development process, teams presented their solutions to a panel of esteemed judges from both academic and professional spheres. The most promising projects were selected for further development and mentorship, with an aim towards scalability and practical implementation.