AI x Journalism Hackathon: Making Local Civic Information More Accessible in Minnesota Communities
Minnesota communities face a common challenge: making sense of crucial civic information buried in lengthy council meetings, complex public documents and scattered government websites. At the same time, local news outlets have capacity constraints in the ways they currently operate. This hackathon brings together journalists, technologists, civic leaders and community members to build AI-powered solutions that transform how residents access and engage with local information while centering important questions of ethics and equity in how these tools are used and deployed.
Join us to prototype the future of civic engagement — with ***up to $10,000 awarded*** in cash prizes for the most promising solutions!
You can form a team at the event or bring a friend to be part of your winning team!
Event Overview
Jan. 31, 2025 (5:30 pm - 8 pm): Lightning Talks & Networking Mixer
Feb. 1, 2025 (9 am to 5 pm): Hackathon