Empowering the Future: BGA’s 17 SDGs Challenge and Web3 Oscar

Greetings, BGA Community,

As we progress into the final quarter of the year, we are thrilled to spotlight our most significant event to date—the 17 SDGs Challenge and Web3 Oscar. This global hackathon, culminating in an Oscar-inspired event, will take place on November 11, 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand. It’s a convergence of innovation, blockchain, and sustainability, aimed at addressing the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through cutting-edge technology.

17 SDGs Challenge: A Global Hackathon for Sustainable Impact

The 17 SDGs Challenge focuses on harnessing blockchain’s power to solve real-world challenges across all 17 of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. From climate action to quality education, the challenge invites innovators to submit blockchain-driven solutions that can make a global impact.

Key Highlights:

• Global Participation: Over 100 projects are expected to be submitted, with themes ranging from clean water to responsible consumption.
• Prize Pool: A 100,000 USD prize awaits the winning projects, offering a significant opportunity for developers to take their ideas forward.
• Finale Event: Selected finalists will be flown to Bangkok for a live Demo Day and awards ceremony on November 11, 2024.

The 17 SDGs Challenge is more than just a hackathon—it’s a movement to use blockchain technology to tackle some of the world's most pressing issues. Participants will receive mentorship, incubation opportunities, and a platform to showcase their innovations to a global audience.

Web3 Oscar: A Celebration of Blockchain for Good

The Web3 Oscar, will be held on November 11, 2024, following the 17 SDGs Challenge hackathon at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. This Oscar-inspired event celebrates the top 10 groundbreaking projects that leverage blockchain for social good, where the teams have the opportunity to pitch live at the event. Attendees will include global thought leaders, blockchain pioneers, and innovators dedicated to advancing the SDGs.

Event Highlights:

• Keynote Speakers: Leading figures in blockchain and sustainability will offer insights on how decentralized solutions can drive social impact.
• Pitch Competition: Hackathon participants will present their projects to a panel of judges, with interactive audience voting.
• Awards Ceremony: The Web3 Oscar Awards will honor excellence in using blockchain to solve real-world problems, with categories like “Best Blockchain for Sustainability.”
• Networking: Dedicated sessions will connect attendees with industry leaders, potential partners, and investors.

This dual event, combining the 17 SDGs Hackathon and the Web3 Oscar, creates a global platform to recognize and support the best ideas and innovations for social good.

Partnerships: Expanding Our Global Reach

BGA’s mission is powered by over 100 partners across 6 continents and 18 sectors, from AI to DeFi. Our partners play a crucial role in driving innovation, providing resources, and expanding our reach globally.

How You Can Partner with Us:

1. Hackathon Partnerships: Host or sponsor a Blockchain for Good track in a global hackathon.
2. Incubation Program Participation: Apply for incubation if your project aligns with our values.
3. Web3 Oscar Partnership: Gain exposure by sponsoring the Web3 Oscar and supporting sustainable blockchain solutions.

Hackathon

Beyond the 17 SDGs Challenge, BGA continues to foster innovation through a series of hackathons initiatives. These hackathons provide a platform for developers and innovators to tackle local and global challenges through blockchain technology.

Recent Hackathon Highlights:

• dEVMATCH 2024: In Malaysia, we collaborated with APU Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Club, where the winning teams focused on blockchain for healthcare and agriculture.
• NapulETH Startup Pitch Battle: Our expansion and support into Europe saw the launch of this event in Naples, Italy, marking another milestone in supporting public goods and social impact through blockchain.

Project Incubation

BGA's Incubation Program continues to support blockchain projects that address real-world issues, providing resources, branding, and market support. We are proud to back projects such as:

• Fizen.io: A platform enhancing cryptocurrency usability.
• My Lovely Planet: A Web3 game that plants real trees through in-game actions.
• EthicHub：A Web3 ReFi Impact Investment on Coffee Industry

Our 2024 objectives aim to support a diverse range of initiatives, with plans to incubate 30 light projects, 5 moderate projects, and 1 intensive project. In addition to financial backing, we offer these projects access to valuable community resources and branding support to help them grow and succeed.

Marketing: Amplifying Our Vision

Our marketing efforts, are focused on expanding the reach of our key events and initiatives, including the Web3 Oscar and the 17 SDGs Challenge.

We encourage all partners to share our content and tag us on Twitter and Linkedin using hashtags like #BlockchainforGood to help spread the message.

Join Us: Resources and Call to Action

To ensure the success of the 17 SDGs Challenge and Web3 Oscar, we are actively seeking hackathon judges, sponsors, and supporting partners. Your involvement will directly contribute to amplifying our global impact and supporting projects that align with the Sustainable Development Goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Hackathon Judges: Gain access to 100+ projects across fields like healthcare, agriculture, and sustainability.
• Hackathon Sponsors: Help fund projects and cover event costs—ensuring every dollar goes directly to making an impact.
• Supporting Partners: Amplify the reach of our event, increasing global awareness and engagement.

Call to Action:

Our journey has only just begun, and with your support, we can harness blockchain’s potential for global good. Join us as a partner, sponsor, or outreach supporter to help shape the future. Together, we can create meaningful, lasting change.

For more information on the 17 SDGs Challenge and Web3 Oscar, and to get involved, visit our BGA Website, follow us on Twitter, or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Fill out our Partner Sign-Up Form to join the movement.

Let’s drive impact together!

— Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA)