FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HerHackathon Talent FAQs (subject to change and additions) 

 

Who can apply?  

HerHackathon welcomes applications from female individuals (including those who identify as female), encompassing students, young professionals, professionals, and freelancers with a keen interest and preferably some experience in designing and developing digital applications and processes. We encourage talents from diverse backgrounds, spanning IT, Business, Marketing, Design, and more, to participate. Applicants must be at least 18 years old on the event day and located within Europe. 

​

Can I apply as an individual?  

Yes, you can either join an existing team or create one yourself later in the process. We will  assist you in forming a team with other participants. 

 

How many participants are in one team? 

On average a team consists of 5 -8 women, min. 3 

​

How does the application process work? 

To apply, navigate to our website during the application phase and complete the survey available. Ensure you have your CV prepared for upload. You can select and apply for up to two different challenges, prioritizing them according to your preference. Following a brief profile review, you will receive either a confirmation of participation in HerHackathon or a decline.

 

What if I don't have a team yet? 

No need to worry! HerHackathon is designed for networking with fellow tech talents. Pre-event we’ll assign you to fellow hackers to form a team. 

​

When can I choose my Challenge?  

All five challenges are revealed at the start of the application period. You will have the opportunity to set preferences for your favourite challenges. While we will make every effort to assign you to your preferred challenge, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to your first choice, depending on the number of applicants.  

​

When do I hear back after my application? 

After your application we send your information to the challenge setters. As soon as one confirms your application we will send you a confirmation. In case the challenge setter declines your application we will send your information to the next challenge setter on your priority list. Challenge setters check applications once a week. This is why it can take some time until you get a confirmation.  

​

In case your two selected challenge setters decline your application we will inform you.  

Just a heads-up, once accepted, you’ll be asked to confirm your attendance closer to the event as we send out notifications for that.  

​

Can I join the event remotely? 

Unfortunately not, participation must be in person as it is a fully live event. 

​

How do you accommodate guests with special needs and disabilities? 

We would love for you to join us under any circumstances. If there’s anything that might prevent you from participating and where we can offer our assistance, please share your special needs with us. 
 
BDF campus is committed to accessibility by providing comprehensive access options for people with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible entrances, accessible toilets and much more ensure an inclusive environment. Talents enjoy assistive technologies and customised services to achieve their goals.  

​

How much will it cost? 

Participation is entirely free of charge. This also includes lunch on Friday and Saturday, dinner on Friday and drinks during the day.  

​

What should I bring with me? 

To survive HerHackathon, we strongly advise you to pack the following:  

Laptop (obviously) with pre-installed Software like Microsoft and Slack  

Headset (for the extra roomie-friendliness. Hack late into the night with your team)  ​

• Further hardware (if needed)  

• Your ID for registration 

• Tons of motivation   

If a particular software is necessary for your challenge, the challenge setter will grant access.  

 

What should I do if I can no longer attend the event? 

Your team and Challenge Setter count on you! However, there are things that get in the way. If anything keeps you from coming please let us know at team@herhackathon.de and also inform your team.  

​

Who owns the idea developed during the event and the IP rights? 

Participants retain full rights to the ideas developed during the event, including intellectual property (IP) rights. The organizers facilitate communication between participants and challenge setters, providing an opportunity for bilateral negotiations regarding a license and usage agreement after the event. Any specific regulations pertaining to a particular challenge setter will be communicated to participants by the organizer. 

​

What can my team win? 

For each challenge, the challenge setter will assess the solutions submitted and designate a winning team. The top team from each challenge will  win 1,000 € and the opportunity to present their solution to the audience and an expert jury, get feedback on it and win additional 3.000 € as the main winner. The prize money will be evenly distributed among the members of the respective winning teams and paid out one week from the date of the last retrieval of European account details. Prize money can only be paid out to European bank accounts with a proper IBAN. 

​

What happens in the case of last minute cancellation of a participant? 

We know that illness and unforessen events can get into our way sometimes. Nevertheless, it is crucial for a successful event that we all aim to keep no-shows at a maximum minimum. It is a heavy lift for your teammates, us organizers and our host BDF if someone applies, confirms but then does not show up. So please, we count your honesty to make plans and then also stick to them. Travel allowance will be paid out only after successfully attending the event and filling out the talent satisfaction monitor.