APRIL 5, 2026

Divergent Teams Hackathon 2026

Bengaluru

Microsoft Office, Cosmo Lavelle, Bengaluru

Sunday, APRIL 5, 2026 8:00 AM IST
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Event Details

Divergent Hackathons 2025–26 are youth-driven, project-based events that empower high school students to take on real-world challenges in STEM, creativity, and leadership. Hosted at Microsoft facilities across 15 cities, these hackathons unite students, mentors, and community leaders through internships, coaching, and a youth-led execution model. With 100 students per city and a National Championship in Washington, D.C. (June 2026), Divergent Hackathons inspire innovation, teamwork, and community impact on a national scale.

For more information, contact: 781-775-0062 or siliconvalley@divergentteams.org

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Hackathon Prompts

Animal Welfare & One Health

AI-driven wildlife disease monitoring systems
Antimicrobial resistance tracking for animal health
Smart livestock health & food safety monitoring
Rapid animal outbreak detection & alert platforms
Vaccination tracking for pets, farm & village animals
Climate impact solutions for wildlife & habitats
Zoonotic disease prevention tools for rural areas
Community engagement on One Health awareness

Cyber Security & Digital Safety

Fraud, scam & phishing detection
Secure digital identity solutions
Cyber safety education & awareness
AI threat monitoring & alerts
Privacy & encryption tools
Anti-cyberbullying solutions
Digital literacy & safe online practices for village women

Women Empowerment

Financial literacy & entrepreneurship platforms
Leadership & mentorship networks
Skill development, vocational training & local jobs
Women’s safety & support systems
Legal rights education tools for village areas
Mental health & well-being support
Support for women-led startups & small businesses
Rural women empowerment solutions

Health & Wellness

Wellness tracking & fitness apps
Early disease alerts & diagnostics
Affordable healthcare access
Nutrition education tools for villages
Reproductive health & maternal care
Healthcare solutions for rural areas
Health education & literacy initiatives
Assistive tech for disabilities

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AR & VR

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