ISHC2026
1st AUAP International Student Hackathon Competition (ISHC) 2026 & Awards
IN CONJUNCTION WITH1st AUAP World Youth Development Forum and Awards 2026
Organized by AUAP in collaboration with Krempl Communications International (KCI), Singapore and USA, this competition empowers students to turn creative ideas into practical solutions for real-world challenges.
“Sustainable Innovation & Global Leadership for the Future: Cultivating a Positive Mind through Mindful Leadership.”
Why attend?
Challenge your creativity, collaborate with peers from different countries and cultures, and turn innovative ideas into impactful solutions. Gain hands-on experience, expand your global network and showcase your talents internationally.
Strengthen leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, entrepreneurial and communication skills for a more sustainable and resilient future.
What to expect
- Team-based innovation challenges
- Mentoring and expert guidance
- Solution development and creative pitching
- Cross-cultural exchange and global networking
- Opportunities for outstanding teams to present their solutions and compete for awards and international recognition
Team format
2–3 students with one coach, accompanied by faculty advisers or mentors
Registration fee includes
- Lunches and coffee breaks on November 23–25
- T-shirt
- Thai Cultural Experience & Cooking Class and Traditional Lunch
- Chiang Mai Cultural & Nature Excursion — Elephant Camp
- Certificate of Participation
- Cash award for winning participants
- Participation in the International Student Hackathon Competition
Awards with certificates
- Champion
- First Runner-up
- Second Runner-up
- Best Innovation Award
- Best Sustainability Impact Award
- Best Presentation Award
Registration deadline: 15 October 2026
