About Us
Accelerating Armenia's Tech Future
Origin Story
We were students who found our path through hackathons. Day-and-night sprints solving real problems gave us skills no classroom could - critical thinking under pressure, the ability to ship, and a network of builders that opened doors to careers we didn't know existed. Hackathons didn't make us experts on their own - years of hard work did that. But they were the catalyst that set everything in motion. Now we're building that same starting point - systematically, freely, and at scale - for Armenia's next generation of tech talent.
The Gap We Fill
Armenia's tech ecosystem is growing, but there is still a gap between academic knowledge and the hands-on, pressure-tested problem-solving that the industry rewards.
Theory-to-practice bridge is still thin. Universities are strong on fundamentals, but students rarely get to tackle messy, ambiguous, real-world problems before their first job.
Intensive, free, hands-on opportunities are scarce. Bootcamps cost money, internships are limited. We offer a free, intense alternative open to anyone with motivation.
Hackathons happen, but not yet as a connected ecosystem. We are building a continuous pipeline where one experience feeds into the next, creating a community that compounds.
Our Mission
We exist to accelerate how Armenia's next generation of engineers become problem solvers - through hackathons, real industry challenges, and a builder community that stays with them long after the event ends.
Our Vision
Armenia recognized globally as a country that produces exceptional tech talent and problem solvers - powered by a self-sustaining community of builders who learn by shipping, fail forward, and lift the next generation behind them.
How We're Different
We are not just event organizers. We are building an ecosystem.
Proven by our own journey
We know this works because we lived it.
An ecosystem, not just events
A continuous pipeline from hackathons to careers.
Free and open - always
Access based on motivation, not finance or connections.
Real problems, real stakes
Industry partners bring actual challenges.
A community that compounds
Alumni become mentors, judges, and sponsors.
What We Do
We add the missing layer of intense, hands-on learning:
Hackathons
Frequent, real-stakes, industry-partnered competitions.
Workshops and masterclasses
Hands-on learning led by pros.
Mentorship programs
Guidance beyond the event.
Alumni and builder community
A network that gives back.
What Success Looks Like (3-5 Years)
We are building for long-term impact:
Hundreds of students gaining hands-on experience annually.
Participants reporting they feel more prepared for the industry.
Companies actively partnering to source talent.
Hackathon projects turning into real products or ventures.
A self-sustaining alumni community mentoring the next generation.
Growing participation from outside Yerevan.
Building Community
Beyond events and training, we are committed to looking after our alumni. We facilitate connections between participants, mentors, and industry professionals, creating a network that extends far beyond our programs.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by our core values:
Innovation
We encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions
Inclusivity
Open and accessible to everyone
Excellence
We strive for the highest quality
Collaboration
We believe in the power of teamwork
Integrity
Transparency, honesty, and ethical standards
Impact
Real, measurable positive change
Legal Information
Hackathon NGO is a registered non-profit public organization in Armenia. Our organization operates in accordance with Armenian law and international best practices for non-profit organizations. We are committed to transparency in our operations and financial management. Registered address: Grigor Hasratyan 15, Yerevan 0031, Armenia.
Contact Us
We are always happy to hear feedback from students, professionals, partners, and supporters. Reach out to us at hackathon.ngo@gmail.com.