About the challenge

​We’re bringing together innovators, builders, and problem-solvers for a weekend-long hackathon where you’ll take an idea from concept to working prototype in just 3 days. Industry experts from real estate, construction, permitting, non-profits, and more will present real-world challenges from their fields. Your mission: use AI to design bold, practical solutions that can make a real impact.

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Spark innovation in Muslim-centered sectors Build real prototypes with real-world impact Foster community collaboration between students, professionals, and entrepreneurs Create a pipeline of ideas that can grow into startups

Requirements

What to Build

Participants will design and prototype AI-powered solutions that address real-world challenges in underserved and low-tech industries.

Projects can include (but aren’t limited to):

  • Tools that streamline real estate & construction processes (permitting, inspections, project planning)

  • Education platforms that deliver personalized, accessible learning experiences in low-resource settings

  • Legal assistance bots that simplify complex documents and make guidance more affordable

  • Automotive solutions that empower mechanics and drivers with smarter diagnostics and maintenance support

  • Nonprofit tools that help organizations manage donors, volunteers, and impact reporting efficiently

We encourage projects that are:

  • Practical: deployable in real-world, low-tech environments (mobile-first, SMS-based, offline-ready)

  • Impact-driven: addressing underserved communities and overlooked industries

  • Scalable: prototypes that could grow into startups or long-term community tools

In short: build anything AI-powered that solves a meaningful problem in an overlooked industry.

 

What to Submit

Any or all of the below media is acceptable:

Demo Video
PPT Presentation
Github Repo
Hosted webpage

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$1,000+ in prizes
+ other prizes
Medina Labs Trophy
3 winners

First, Second, and Third Place

First Place Prize
$1,000 in cash
1 winner

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Haaris Ahmad

Haaris Ahmad

Tariq Hafeez

Tariq Hafeez

Muna Ahmad

Muna Ahmad

Zaynab Salman

Zaynab Salman

Fahad Siddiqui

Fahad Siddiqui

Judging Criteria

  • Impact & Relevance
    How well does the project address a real challenge in underserved or low-tech markets? Does it have clear potential to improve people’s lives or streamline an overlooked industry?
  • Innovation & Creativity
    Is the solution bold, original, or a fresh take on an old problem? Does it push the boundaries of how AI can be applied?
  • Technical Execution
    How well is the prototype built? Does it function as intended, use AI effectively, and show technical feasibility?
  • Practicality & Usability
    Is the solution realistic, user-friendly, and deployable in real-world low-tech environments
  • Presentation & Storytelling
    How clearly does the team communicate the problem, solution, and potential impact? Is the demo compelling?

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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