Hakili Community for Sustainable Development

2026 YESWECODE HACKATHON
2026-01-01 00:00 - 2026-01-31 23:59 UTC
The YesWeCode Hackathon is a month-long creative tech challenge where kids and youth from around the globe use their imagination, coding skills, and problem-solving abilities to build exciting projects.

It’s free, fun, and open to ages 8–15.

Each year, hundreds of young creators join us to dream big, build confidently, and show the world what they can do with technology.

Parenting, Living, and Working in the AI Era
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:00
Artificial intelligence is already shaping how we parent, work, and live often in subtle ways we don’t always stop to question.

This virtual fireside chat invites parents, professionals, educators, and community members to explore the benefits, roles, and responsibilities that come with living in the AI era. Through open conversation and real-life perspectives, we’ll reflect on how to engage with AI thoughtfully, ethically, and with human values at the center.

Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:30
Raising a teenager is never simple.

And raising Black teens in a western context often comes with added layers,navigating identity, belonging, racism, and systemic realities, all while your child is still figuring out who they are.

If you’ve ever found yourself trying to make sense of these moments, this session is for you.

Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication is a practical and interactive space designed for parents, caregivers, and community members who want to strengthen their connection with the young people in their lives.

Through guided conversations, real-life scenarios, and culturally grounded tools, you’ll explore ways to better support your teen, and leave with strategies you can apply in your everyday interactions.

What we’ll explore together:

– How to build trust and emotional safety– Communication approaches that reduce tension and open dialogue– Ways to support identity, confidence, and well-being– Navigating difficult conversations (mental health, peer pressure, racism)– Reflecting on how your own experiences shape your parenting
