Apr 2 – Jun 4, 2025
Social Innovation Challenge 2.0
This unique one-month online initiative aims to foster creativity and innovation among students. In collaboration with University of Limerick and Trinity College Dublin, this ideathon seeks to create an inclusive space for students to develop creative solutions to pressing social challenges.
20
Projects Submitted
10
Finalist Projects
Winners
Senseye
500
€
Neutralise
500
€
InfusePro
300
€
LOCKDIN
100
€
Slí
100
€
Problem
Clearly defines a meaningful social or environmental challenge.
Solution
Provides a realistic and practical approach to address the problem.
Innovation
Demonstrates originality and potential positive impact on people or the planet.
Video Pitch
Communicates the idea clearly with strong storytelling and visuals.
Schedule
April 2
Submission deadline
May 25
Idea Submission Deadline
June 4
13:00 – 13:10
Welcome & Judges Introduction
June 4
13:10 – 13:40
Winners Announcement & Feedback from Judges
June 4
13:40 – 14:00
Final Remarks
FAQ
An online one-month ideathon empowering students to create innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.
All students across Ireland
Applications open via the Open Incubator platform. Submit your idea before the deadline on May 25, 2025.
Participants receive 1:1 coaching sessions to refine their ideas and prepare for Demo Day.
You can apply individually or as a team. Teams are encouraged for diverse skill sets.
Demo Day takes place on June 4, 2025, where finalists pitch to judges and winners are announced.
Sponsor
Funded
Funded
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