The Presidential Hackathon International Track debuted in 2019, marking the fifth year of the event. People from all backgrounds, regardless of their age or nationality, are welcome to use open data, technology, and creative thinking to suggest solutions to societal problems that satisfy nations’ social and developmental needs worldwide. We invite participants from all over the world to submit innovative ideas for data applications that will improve people’s lives and promote new methods of governance.

WHO CAN APPLY
Anyone may apply. Teams from academia, industries, civil society, the government, the media, and other sectors are encouraged to participate. More importantly, you have a vision and solution for open data that address particular issues.
One person may only apply for one team
The maximum number of team members is 3 to 5, and the team should consist of at least one person who is not a citizen of the Republic of China (Taiwan)

CHALLENGE THEME
Free the Future: Open, Digital & Green.

APPLICATION NOTICE
Application Acceptence Period：9:00 A.M., April 19, 2023 (GMT+08:00) to 5:00 P.M., May 31, 2023 (GMT+08:00)
Online application: fill in the application form online (click me), and all work contents and relevant documents must be presented in English
Confirmation: Check your E-mail and received the confirmation letter.

REWARD
For Finalists
Engage in mutual learning and exchanges with international hackathoners.
Guidance materials are available for professional mentors at no cost:
One-on-one companion guidance;
Assistance in inventorying required technologies and introduction to technical consultants for guidance;
Facilitating connections between the public and private sectors;
Aiding in completing field validation.
For Teams of Excellence
Invitation to display outstanding proposals at the Office of the President
The president personally hands out certificates and trophies.
Free air tickets and accommodation for those invited to visit Taiwan (Taipei or other cities) (up to two persons per team).
Engage in exchanges with public and private sectors in Taiwan that demonstrate the potential for collaboration.