The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024
The Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024 presents a opportunity for fintech innovators to embrace gender intelligence and seize a burgeoning market. This hackathon is specifically designed to empower fintechs in mastering the nuances of gender intelligence, essential for tapping into the vast potential of the female economy.
Why Participate?
- Mentorship Excellence: Selected fintech teams will receive personalized mentoring from a distinguished cohort of seasoned experts.
- Focus Areas: The hackathon addresses critical gaps in financing for “missing middle” businesses, predominantly women-owned/led enterprises, estimated at a staggering US$1.7 trillion in emerging markets.
- Non-Financial Support: Emphasis on providing vital non-financial services such as information access, business education, and networking opportunities crucial for business growth and female investor empowerment.
- Climate Action: Fintech solutions are sought to empower women in combating global heating, both as consumers and business leaders.
Timeline
- Application Phase: June 5 – July 14
- Selection: July 14 – July 16
- Alliance Hack: July 18 – August 1
- Includes business development clinics, tech workshops, and guidance from industry mentors.
- Jury Evaluation & Demo Day: August 8
- Winners Announcement: August 12
Join the Movement
This hackathon challenges fintechs worldwide to pioneer solutions in:
- Financing Women-owned/led Businesses
- Enhancing Business Capabilities of Female Entrepreneurs
- Transforming Mass Market Women’s Investment Capabilities
- Innovating Green Consumer Value Propositions (CVP) for Women
Don’t miss this chance to lead the charge in gender-intelligent fintech innovation and unlock the full potential of the female economy. Embrace the challenge and make your mark on the future of finance!
For more information and to apply, visit Financial Alliance for Women
