AI Equity Challenge

Hack the bias. Ship the fix.

Two days. Real problems. Open source solutions. Our annual challenge has launched 387 production prototypes.

500+
2026 Participants
$50K
Prize Pool
387
Prototypes Shipped
48
Industry Judges
Challenge Tracks

Four tracks. Four sectors. Real-world impact.

Every track is built around a documented bias case. Teams ship a working prototype and methodology doc.

Healthcare AI

Audit and fix diagnostic, triage, or treatment recommendation systems for gender and racial bias.

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Hiring & Screening

Build fairer resume screeners, interview tools, or job recommendation engines.

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Criminal Justice

Audit risk assessment tools and predictive policing systems for documented disparities.

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Consumer AI

Tackle bias in search, recommendation, and personalization systems affecting everyday users.

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Prizes

We pay you to fix it.

Prize money, mentorship, and a direct line to policy-makers.

2nd Place
$15K
Runner-Up
  • Cash prize
  • Publication in our research series
  • 6-month mentorship
3rd Place
$10K
Third Place
  • Cash prize
  • Publication in our research series
  • 3-month mentorship

Additional awards for best documentation, most impactful, and best student team.

FAQ

Common questions.

Who can participate?

Anyone! We welcome students, professionals, and community members at all skill levels.

Is it free to register?

Yes. Registration is completely free. We also offer travel stipends for in-person attendees who need support.

What can I win?

Up to $25,000 in cash prizes, plus mentorship, publication, and policy access.

Do I need a team?

You can register solo and we'll help you find teammates, or come with a team of 2–5.

What do I build?

A working prototype that addresses a documented AI bias problem, plus a methodology document.

What happens after?

Top prototypes are open-sourced, published, and often incubated with funding for the next 12 months.