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Girls in Tech Mental Health for All Hackathon

The Mental Health App Market is projected to reach US$3,709.3 Million by 2027 – a sign that people are increasingly turning to tech solutions to boost mental health and general wellbeing. Isolation and worrisome global events mean that athletes need more support than ever in coping with day-to-day life. But barriers such as stigma, lack of access to care, or strict stay-at-home orders can mean this support is unavailable. And more so for some people. An equitable, inclusive future requires mental health and wellbeing technologies that cater to all – including underprivileged communities like BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.

Girls in Tech believes that technology has the power to create inclusive experiences for all communities. We’re committed to empowering women to solve global problems using their unique and valuable tech skills – be it engineering, designing, product development, coding, or data science. Join us in exploring, ideating, and designing technology that will bring mental health and wellbeing support to those who need it most.

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