Is AI allowed in Girls Who Code HHS Hackathon 2026?

Unclear. The rules don't say clearly. Ask the hosts before you build.

“Do not submit AI-generated or externally sourced material that infringes on another person's rights.”

Checked 2026-10-18 · manual review · confidence: high. Rules can change. Confirm on the jam page ↗

Jam facts

Host

Girls Who Code HHS

Source

devpost

Starts

Thu Oct 15, 2026, 00:00 UTC

Submissions end

Thu Oct 29, 2026, 23:59 UTC

Joined

24

Prizes

up to $50 (Total prizes listed on Devpost: $50)

From the jam page

About the Challenge Level up your gameplay, level up the world. Build a game for social good. We challenge you to build a game that makes the world a little better, whether by raising awareness, teaching a new skill, challenging misconceptions, or helping people see a real-world problem differently. Your game can be funny, competitive, story-driven, or strategic. We're looking for thoughtful ideas, creative execution, and a clear reason your game matters. Every game needs three things: Accessibility: Make it beginner-friendly so players can jump in without a lengthy tutorial. Usability: Keep the controls intuitive and the interface easy to navigate. Purpose: Connect your gameplay to a real-world issue or a positive social outcome. Need a place to start? Choose a theme. Pick one of the three words below as your creative starting point. You can interpret your chosen theme however you like, combine themes, or take your game in an entirely different direction. These are prompts, not restrictions. 1. CONNECT How can games bring people together? Explore community building, empathy, accessibility, and communication. Could your game help players understand someone else's perspective or work together to solve a shared problem? 2. DISCOVER What do people need to learn, question, or understand? Create a game that makes learning engaging, whether you're tackling misinformation, digital safety, financial literacy, or an overlooked scientific concept. 3. TRANSFORM What would you change abo…

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