Type
Other
CIFAL Malaga - Hackathon SDG's and 2030 Agenda Workshop - Series Q1
Location
Malaga, Spain
Date
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Duration
1 Days
Programme Area
Decentralize Cooperation Programme
Registration
Open-registration event
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face
Language(s)
Spanish
Pillar
People
Partnership
CIFAL Malaga, I.E.S Nuestra Señora de la Victoria
Event Objectives
- Promote innovation and youth participation in sustainable development initiatives.
- Strengthen awareness and understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Foster collaboration between public institutions, private sector actors, academia, and civil society.
- Encourage the development of practical and technology-driven sustainability solutions.
- Enhance problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation skills among participants.
Background
Cities and communities increasingly face complex sustainability challenges requiring innovative, collaborative, and technology-driven solutions. Young people play a critical role in shaping sustainable futures and driving innovation aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Creating spaces where youth, institutions, and the private sector can collaborate contributes to strengthening local capacities and accelerating sustainable development.
In this context, CIFAL Málaga co-organized the Málaga Sustainability Hackathon in partnership with Oracle and local institutional partners. The initiative provided a collaborative platform for young participants, innovators, students, and professionals to develop practical and technology-based solutions addressing sustainability and urban development challenges.
Learning Objectives
To teach children about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in an interactive way with a workshop.
Content and Structure
The hackathon included:
- Opening and orientation sessions on sustainability challenges and SDGs
- Team-based innovation workshops
- Mentoring sessions with experts and professionals
- Collaborative problem-solving activities
- Development and presentation of sustainability-focused project proposals
- Networking and stakeholder engagement opportunities
The initiative focused on practical innovation related to sustainability, smart cities, technology, civic participation, and social impact.
Methodology
- Collaborative and experiential learning
- Team-based innovation challenges
- Mentorship and expert guidance
- Interactive workshops and brainstorming sessions
- Project presentations and peer exchange
Targeted Audience
The workshop was specific for students from I.E.S. Nuestra Señora de la Victoria.
Additional Information
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Young students
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