Date: Wed 28th Feb & Thurs 29th Feb (Please note: you are signing up for both sessions)
Time: 10:00 - 14:00 GMT (both days)
Venue: Stockport Museum 30 Market Place, Stockport, SK1 1ES (map here)
Sign up here.
The Make Stuff Community Hackathon is for people who want to make a difference. Join other change-makers and use your combined creativity and problem-solving skills to prototype solutions for local community issues.
You do not need to have a team to register: we can help you find people to work with on the day.
What you’ll learn
- Make a Real Impact: This is your chance to help your community. Your ideas and solutions can bring about real change and improve the lives of people around you
- Build Meaningful Connections: Network with like-minded individuals, community leaders, and potential mentors who share your passion for creating a better world
- Hone Your Skills: Whether you’ve got loads of hackathon experience or you’re a first-time participant, you'll have the opportunity to sharpen your skills and learn from others
Who’s this for?
- All Stockport residents aged 18 and above are welcome!
- Anyone! You don’t need to be able to code to participate: whether you're a budding designer, someone passionate about social issues, or a seasoned coder, we welcome you to be a part of this experience
What you need to bring
- You’ll require access to a laptop that can connect to the internet. The workshops cannot be completed on a mobile or tablet
- If you need to borrow a laptop for the hackathon, please let us know in the sign-up form so we can arrange one for you
Cost
The event costs £5. After the event, you can choose to be refunded or donate your ticket to MadLab CIC to support future community-led events. Refunds will be processed within seven working days.
If you cannot afford a ticket, we may be able to provide a bursary. Please email makestuff@madlab.org.uk with your name and postcode, and we will be in touch.
Additional information
- You will need to commit to attending both days
- Both days will include refreshments and a hot meal
- All participants will gain access to an online learning community and free ongoing support network, including CV and job application support, mentoring, and work experience opportunities
- All participants will receive a digital certificate of completion
- Financial support is available for transport and childcare costs if needed (please mention if you need this when registering)
Make Stuff is MadLab's digital festival for Stockport, with lots of hands-on, creative activities for everyone - from the digital rookie to the tech-savvy.
Visit www.makestuff.org.uk for more.
