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The Objective 

Explore how to leverage AI to better support young people struggling in silence.

The Paradigm Shift We Are Exploring: AI + Mental Support

During this hackathon, we’ll explore hands-on ways to use AI to improve how we offer mental health support – especially for young people.

Mental health challenges among children and youth are on the rise, while healthcare systems around the world are struggling to meet the demand. In this gap, AI has the potential to make a real difference. AI-powered support tools can be scaled quickly, are available around the clock, and may offer a first step for those who might not otherwise reach out for help.

Clinical studies have shown that AI can, in some situations, provide effective mental health support – sometimes even on par with human therapists. And since AI learns from every interaction and outcome, it holds the potential to become increasingly precise and personalized over time.

But this isn’t about replacing humans – it’s about complementing them. The combination of human insight and technical capability can be incredibly powerful. That’s why we’re excited to explore both fully automated solutions and hybrid models where AI and people work hand in hand.

Perhaps this is where the paradigm shift begins: not by simply digitizing what already exists, but by reimagining how, when, and by whom mental support can be offered. With AI as an ally, we can act sooner, do more – and reach further.

The Use Case: Help Young People Struggling In Silence

Every day, children and young people face challenges to their mental wellbeing – often without anyone noticing. Many lack a trusted adult to talk to, especially in the digital spaces where they spend much of their time. At the same time, we have the technology to make a difference – if we use it right.

During this hackathon, we’ll explore how AI can provide empathetic and responsible support to young people – for example, as a conversation partner in games, apps or school platforms. We're looking for creative solutions that combine ethics, technology and genuine care. Together with the Tim Bergling Foundation, Forefront and Google Cloud – you’ll be part of something that truly matters.

The Jury: Showcase Your Demo For Executives At Large Companies

The jury consists of executives from IKEA, Volvo Cars, H&M, Sandvik, Atlas Copco, Assa Abloy, Stora Enso, Nordea, SEB, Swedbank, Handelsbanken, Scania, and Saab. They are eager to see your demo.

Teams

In our hackathons, software developers, AI experts, designers, and process experts come together to explore how to optimize business-critical processes with AI and other potent technologies. All within a fun and inspiring environment.

We will admit 10 teams.

Team Composition: Teams must have at least two members that cover AI, back-end, front-end and user experience expertise. If you are lacking one of these we will help you find what you need. 

Solo applicants: Just apply and we will assign you to a team.

Already got a team? Make sure every member registers individually and specifies the team they belong to. This helps us understand who belongs to each team and ensures we can communicate effectively with all participants.

Max team size: No limit!

Timeline

Application: Open now!

Application response within 2 work days after you submit your application. 

May 19: Online kick-off. Hackathon officially starts. Discord server, tech support and tech resources provided. 

June 3: Main in-person event at Forefront, Holländargatan 13, Floor 5, Stockholm, 08:30 - 21:00 CEST. All food and drinks included!

Organized By Cillers. Reviews of Cillers AI hackthons:

"Had an exhilarating experience at the hackathon - felt like stumbling into the Y Combinator of the Scandinavia!"

"It was super fun participating in Cillers AI Hackathon. Our team worked for just a week and was able to get meetings with some of Sweden's largest companies! This is amazing!"

"Thank you for introducing us to people interested in our idea—it means a lot and opens up great opportunities for us. It was an amazing experience, and we’re grateful for the connections and insights gained. Such a fantastic hackathon!”

“Cillers is one of the best, if not the best AI hackathon organisers in Sweden. Good learning experience and great meeting some of the smartest and innovative developers in the Nordics.”

“I had the privilege of attending what was likely the best AI hackathon in the Nordics yesterday, and I was amazed by it.”

"Incredibly inspiring! A Cillers hackathon is a great opportunity to try out the latest tech, alongside a community of talented and creative minds."

"Thanks for spearheading such an exceptional event, and fostering an environment conducive to technical exploration and innovation."

“A lot of fun joining this one! Met a bunch of nice people, and got to work with some cool new technology."

Apply Now!

Easier to get in if you apply soon - so do it NOW! 

We promise you an unforgettable experience!

Kanza El Kadiry, Project Manager, Tim Berling Foundation

Nadia Abouda, Head Of Marketing, Forefront

Johan Eriksson, Insights & Analytics Leader, Google

Per Lange and Peder Linder, Founders, Cillers