Youth Builders Hackathon

The Youth Builders: Dream, Team, Launch Hackathon is a one-day experiential program held during Global Entrepreneurship Week at Netaj. Participants form diverse teams and work through the entire early-stage startup process: identifying a problem, designing a solution, shaping a business model, developing an MVP concept, and pitching to a panel of experts.

The day combines guided workshops, collaborative team activities, and mentorship sessions led by professionals with experience in both Iraqi and international markets. The goal is to help participants practice real-world skills—communication, problem-solving, rapid prototyping, and pitching—while enjoying a dynamic, energetic environment.

By the end of the event, teams present their ideas to judges, with top concepts earning recognition and the opportunity for extended support at Netaj. The hackathon is open to students, graduates, and aspiring founders eager to experience startup building in its most practical and exciting form.