Policy Hackathon 2024 Results

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The Internet Law & Policy Foundry (ILPF) Hackathon brings together emerging leaders to explore cutting-edge issues at the intersection of technology and public policy. In its fourth edition, participants were invited to confront some of the most complex and urgent policy questions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI).

This edition of the hackathon challenged participants to develop innovative policy solutions addressing AI governance, ethics, and inclusion. The structure of the competition required teams to submit:

  • A one-page summary outlining their chosen issue,

  • A detailed policy proposal, and

  • A video presentation to communicate their solution and its broader implications.

Out of nine registered teams, six submitted complete and exceptional proposals. Each submission demonstrated originality, depth of research, and a commitment to solving real-world challenges in AI policy.

Top Teams and Winning Proposals

Following a careful review process by a panel of expert judges, three teams were selected for special recognition:

Winners
Team 9

First Place: Team 9

Proposal: Policy Solution for Global AI Labor Equity
Team Members: Anjali Gurumoorthy, Ahmad Ghosn, Takudzwa Svosve, Madhumita Chandrasekkar

This team presented a thoughtful, globally oriented approach to addressing the inequities that AI automation may create in labor markets. Their proposal balanced technical insight with socio-economic policy considerations and offered practical recommendations for equitable development.

Team 5

Second Place: Team 5

Proposal: Policy Solution to Ensure Accessibility in GenAI Tools
Team Members: Elizabeth McCann, Michael E., Rujuta Karekar

Focusing on digital accessibility, this team crafted a policy framework to ensure that generative AI tools are inclusive of users with disabilities. Their submission emphasized the importance of universal design and equitable access in the development of future technologies

Team 6

Third Place: Team 6

Proposal: Policy Solution to Promote AI Literacy in South Africa
Team Members: Danielle Elizabeth Govender, Gamuchirai Sharon Kutukwa, Raheemah Olawuyi, Stamatios Anoustis

With a vision for long-term impact, this team proposed a national strategy for enhancing AI literacy in South Africa. Their policy solution addressed educational gaps and aimed to empower communities through accessible and localized AI education initiatives

Recognizing Excellence

In recognition of their efforts, the top three teams received Certificates of Distinction and were offered opportunities to share their proposals in public forums. Additionally, the first-place team was granted early admission to a future Foundry cohort, further supporting their continued leadership in the policy space.

Building a Community of Innovators

The ILPF Hackathon is one of several initiatives designed to foster collaboration among technologists, lawyers, policymakers, and students passionate about shaping the digital future. These events serve as platforms for experimentation, creativity, and impact-driven thinking, empowering the next generation of policy innovators.

To all participating teams—thank you for your dedication, bold thinking, and inspiring work. Your contributions are a powerful reminder that inclusive and effective AI governance is within reach when diverse minds come together.

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