The Civic Innovation Lab: A National Hackathon for the Future of Government
Schedule
Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:30 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Tangen Hall | Philadelphia, PA
About this Event
The Civic Innovation Lab: A National Hackathon for the Future of Government
Join us for a high-energy, solutions-driven convening that brings together university students from across the country, issue-area experts, and civic leaders to reimagine how government can better serve people, using AI as a tool for public good. Participants will hear directly from practitioners working on todayβs most urgent challenges like housing instability, food insecurity, mental health, and community safety. Then, they will team up to design and pitch innovative, tech-enabled solutions. At the end, we will hear solutions that improve access, efficiency, and equity in public services.
Agenda
π: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome Breakfast & Networking Time
π: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome Remarks
Host: Silas Deane
π: 09:30 AM - 09:50 AM
Keynote Speech
Host: Josh Shapiro
π: 09:50 AM - 10:00 AM
Delivery of Instructions
Host: Andrew K. Ankamah Jr
π: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Breakout Sessions
π: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch
π: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Return to Breakout Sessions
π: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Practice for Final Pitches
π: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Presentation of Pitches
π: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Announcement of Winners & Closing Remarks
π: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Fels Networking Reception
Where is it happening?
Tangen Hall, 115 South 40th Street, Philadelphia, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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