KICTANet is inviting grassroots Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across Kenya to apply for the upcoming Policy Hackathon on Promoting Safe and Inclusive Digital Spaces, part of the KenSafeSpace Project.
This initiative aims to amplify the voice, capacity, and influence of Kenyan human rights organizations in shaping a democratic, secure, and inclusive digital environment.
What’s the Hackathon About?
This is the second in a two-part series, bringing together policy advocates, digital rights defenders, and civic tech innovators from Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, and Mombasa to co-create actionable policy solutions under three key themes:
- Combating Online Harassment & Promoting Digital Safety
- Fostering Safe & Inclusive Civic Digital Spaces
- Countering Electoral Misinformation & Disinformation
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Represent a registered non-profit organization in Kenya (e.g. CBO, CSO, academic institution, or association)
- Have experience or interest in digital rights, online safety, data protection, or content moderation
- Present a feasible and impactful policy idea relevant to Kenyan society
- Be available to fully participate in all hackathon sessions
- Be open to collaboration in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams
Note: Selection will consider geographical diversity, gender balance, and inclusion of minority groups.
Key Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | 27 August 2025 |
| Deadline to Apply | 31 August 2025 at 23:59 EAT |
| Notification to Shortlisted Teams | 3 September 2025 |
| Hackathon Date | Friday, 12 September 2025 |
| Venue | Mombasa (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) |
Seed Grant Awards
Top 3 teams will receive funding to implement their policy solutions:
Winner: EUR 4,000
1st Runner-up: EUR 3,000
2nd Runner-up: EUR 2,000
Send queries by 31 August 2025 to: nnyakundi [at] kictanet.or.ke
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