A: The Textile Hack is organized by a collaborative team that includes the University of Groningen, BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology (BUFT), Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE), and other key stakeholders.
A: Our theme for this cohort is ‘The Beginning of Life.’ Meaning, the participants will have to focus on rethinking the initial stages of the supply chain and designing solutions to make the process circular.
A: We welcome students, professionals, and anyone passionate about sustainability and the future of textiles. Whether you’re a designer, engineer, entrepreneur, or environmentalist, you can contribute your unique perspectives and skills to the hackathon.
A: Each hackathon consists of an introductory phase, a period of ideation and prototype development, followed by a presentation and judging phase. Participants will be supported by expert mentors and have access to resources to develop their ideas into practical solutions.
A: The participation cost for the hackathon is free.
A: Simply navigate to the registration section, fill in your details, and submit the form. Registration link: https://textilehack.com/register/
A: A panel of judges will evaluate the submissions and select the teams with the best solutions to advance in the competition.
A: We’ll provide further instructions and resources once your registration is confirmed.
Please check the registration page at https://textilehack.com/register/ for updated details.
A: Groups are selected to participate in the Textile Hack 2024 based on their innovative ideas and the potential of their solutions to address waste challenges in the apparel and fashion industry. Understanding of the challenge area is crucial, ensuring teams comprehend the complexities of textile waste.
A: For the University Roadshows as part of the hackathon, on-site attendance is mandatory at each respective campus. The main Textile Hack 2025 event will be conducted in a hybrid format, featuring multiple interactive sessions. Participants must attend a 3-hour workshop every Saturday, with full attendance being a requirement for the program.