over 2 years ago

And the winner is...

The judges have weighed in, and we're excited to share the news! Go to the Just Hack: A Just Transition Challenge gallery to congratulate the winners and check out all of the awesome submissions.

Even though the competition is over, you don't have to stop coding. Update your portfolio to inform your followers about new projects and get feedback from fellow hackers.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Best Team Member Nomination is open now!/¡Nomina a l@s mejores miembros de tu equipo ahora!

It's your turn to select a winner! We want to recognize those team members who went above and beyond with a special shout-out during the award ceremony and an individual prize. Please use this link to enter your nomination.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Missed the presentation on crafting an elevator picth? Here are the slides

I hope you enjoyed the presentation on crafting an elevator pitch. As mentioned, there are different ways to go, but judges will expect 1-3min-long pitches for tonight. Here are the presentation slides in case you want to review them. Good luck with your submissions!!!

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Workshop in 15 min: Crafting an amazing elevator pitch / Taller en 15min: Elaborando una presentación increíble

Join Isabel Carrera Zamanillo to learn more about preparing an outstanding elevator pitch to impress the judges when submitting your project. 

 

If you cannot make it to El Centro, we created a Zoom Meeting: Link / ID: 822 4923 1793 / Passcode: 914769

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Amazing presentation from Philip Deng and an excelent tool for those interested in writing grants

Big round of applause to Philip! If you like to learn more about Grantable, use this link to explore the site. For Philip's blog around tech for the non-profit sector go to The Process (you can connect with him through there).

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Workshop in 15 min: AI for GrantMaking / Taller en 15min: Inteligencia Artificial para Becas/Subvenciones

Join Philip Deng to learn more about how to use AI to write your next grant. A great opportunity to get funding to continue working on the project you started today!

 

If you cannot make it to El Centro, we created a Zoom Meeting: Link / ID: 883 8648 4967 / Passcode: 174259

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

New challenge: Hacking the Residential Landlord Tenant Act

Andra Kranzler (participant) proposed a new challenge under Inclusive and Resilient Communities. Find more info and resources here.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Workshop in 15 min: What is a prototype? / Taller en 15min: ¿Qué es un prototipo?

Join Erik Michel to learn more about what a prototype is (hint: is not only for tech solutions). This is a great way to learn how to start creating a project.

If you cannot make it to El Centro, we created a Zoom Meeting: Link / ID: 851 9359 9239 / Passcode: 670295

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

New project on Inclusive and Resilient Communities- South Park Biodigester

Tonight Edwin, from the DVSA, proposed a new challenge to develop some sustainable infrastructure for South Park. You can find more information on the challenge and additional resources here.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Join us in Gather!/¡Únete a nosotr@s en Gather!

We have created a virtual world where you can also join with team members and work together. There are private spaces to meet, multiple rooms to connect, and even hidden surprises across the space. To join the Just Hack 2023 space you will need to download the Gather Desktop App, create a profile and customize your avatar.

over 2 years ago

Ready to select a Challenge/Estás list@ para escoger un desafío

We have 4 challenges that your team can choose from:

***Love the proposed challenges, but have a different idea, no worries, your team can propose a different challenge as long as it falls into any of the…

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over 2 years ago

Travel to Seattle Location- Details - Centilia Cultural Center

Day 1: Friday Night Social coming up soon!

Here are the details for getting to the Seattle location. We will be at:

  • Centilia Cultural Center
  • 1660 S Roberto Maestas Festival St, Seattle, WA 98144
  • We recommend taking the light rail to the Beacon Hill station that's across the street if possible, as parking may be limited. 
  • Doors will open at 7:00pm, program will begin at 7:30pm.

Please enter from the courtyard side of the event space. There will be a "Just Hack" sign placed next to the entrance.

We hope to see you all there for a preview of…

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over 2 years ago

Let's stay connected via Discord/Estemos conectad@s vía Discord

We are hours away from beginning the Just Hack Challenge!!!! Let's stay connected! We kindly ask everyone to download the Discord app. This will be an important tool to stay connected during the event, but overall, to connect with mentors and challenge advocates for questions or in case your team might need support.

Please use this link to connect to the Just Hack Discord server and start creating a community.

Some tips and tricks:

You will need to create a profile. You can edit your profile later on the User Setting cog (lower left corner) and select Edit under…

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over 2 years ago

Get to know the Just Hack mentors!/Conoce a l@s mentores

We are honored to count on the support of 19 outstanding mentors who will be ready to support you in person (at El Centro) or via Discord (online). Get to know a bit about them and we hope you have a chance to connect with them during the Just Hack! 

Here are their profiles / Consulta aquí sus perfiles

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Still time to invite more friends/Todavía hay tiempo para invitar a más amig@s

Please help us spread the word and invite more friends and colleagues to participate in the Just Hack! Registration will close on Friday, November 17 at 10:00AM. 

Here are some posts to share - Pick & Choose:

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

over 2 years ago

Prizes!

At Just Hack, your team will have the opportunity to win one of 4 amazing prizes! Within each category, 1st place will take home $1250, distributed among team members. 

There will also be other opportunities for prizes/awards!

Note: If you already have a team, please make sure all members are registered on devpost.

 

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

Si necesita este contenido traducido as español, por favor envie un mensaje a emichel@latinocommunityfund.org

 

over 2 years ago

Just Hack - Agenda!

It's finally here! Take a look at our agenda for November 17th (Day 1) and November 18th (Day 2). We can't wait to have you joining us! More information to come shortly.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum or email emichel@latinocommunityfund.org

Si necesita este contenido traducido as español, por favor envie un mensaje a emichel@latinocommunityfund.org

over 2 years ago

Mentors - Please fill out the following form

If you have registered to participate as a mentor, please register using this Google Form.

We'll have many more updates coming shortly, including the agenda, prize information, venue information, and more! Stay tuned!


Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum. Or email emichel@latinocommunityfund.org

over 2 years ago

[SEATTLE] Food Information / Información sobre la comida

For folks participating in Seattle, food on both days (Friday Night Social and Main Event) will be catered by Como en Casa. Details of the dishes can be found on this Instagram Post.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.

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Para las personas que participan en Seattle, la comida de ambos días (Noche Social del Viernes y Evento Principal) será proporcionada por Como en Casa. Los detalles de los platos se pueden encontrar en esta publicación de Instagram.

¿Preguntas?

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