AI for Impact: the programme for changemakers

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About the Programme

AI for Impact is a free, hands-on 6-weeks programme that brings together tech experts, public institutions, and civil society to explore how AI can solve critical challenges. From climate action to democracy, inclusion, health and education, we offer a space for young professionals and students to develop AI skills while co-creating pilot solutions with real impact.

Our second programme edition takes innovation a step further, turning prototypes into practical AI solutions. Join a movement where technology meets purpose—let’s build a better future with AI!

Our Partners

microsoft
capgemini
Elternleben
Wellcome
Generali
BBSR
spielfeld
microsoft
capgemini
Elternleben
Wellcome
Generali
BBSR
spielfeld

How the programme works

February - March 2025
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Applications Submission & Volunteer Matching

Sign up as a project owner or volunteer, get matched with a team, and start your impact AI journey. Volunteers can join via our platform and choose projects they’re most interested in.

March - May 2025
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Programme: Developing AI prototypes and MVPs

Refine your project in 6 weeks with expert support from Microsoft, Capgemini Germany, and our ecosystem. Join sprints, webinars, and mentoring to develop your proof-of-concept. Commit 6-10 hours weekly. Top teams will be invited to present their prototypes at re:publica.

May 2025
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Showcase at re:publica 2025

Present your proof-of-concept at re:publica in Berlin to an international audience, with opportunities to collaborate with key partners.

Who Can Join?

Data Scientists:
Data Experts, Engineers, and AI Specialists.

Software Engineers:
ML Engineers, Data Engineers, or Domain Experts.

Creative Minds:
UX/UI Designers, Project & Product Managers, and other professionals with the skills to turn an idea into a real project.

Introducing the Challenges

Transforming Digital Family Support in Germany

Challenge: Online counseling is effective but very manual causing delays in matters that needs direct support with children and teenagers.

Goal: Develop an AI-powered chatbot that will reduce waiting times, streamline access to information, and free up experts for complex cases.

Open for: AI/ML Engineers, Backend & Frontend Developers, UI/UX/Service Designers, Solution Architects, Innovators passionate about family well-being, AI, and ethical technology.
🔗 Discover the challenge details here

Circular Construction in Germany

Challenge: The construction industry drives 40% of global CO₂ emissions and generates over 30% of waste.

Goal: Create an AI-enabled MVP that streamlines the assessment of circular materials in building components, promoting sustainable architecture and reducing environmental impact.

Open for: Architects, engineers, and sustainability specialists, Data scientists and AI/ML experts, UX designers and product developers, Enthusiasts passionate about climate change and innovation

🔗 Discover the challenge details here

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Why Join?

Enhance Your Skills

Enhance Your Skills

💎 Build your AI, data science, and machine learning portfolio by working on real-world challenges. 💎 Receive expert coaching from our partners during a 6-week learning programme. 💎 Get access to exclusive data that will allow you to improve your skills while developing a solution and get your programme certificate.

Exclusive Opportunities

Exclusive Opportunities

💎 Receive mentoring and guidance from our experts working at top-companies in Europe. 💎 Get to work hand-in-hand with high-level professionals. 💎 Get the chance to attend to Europe’s largest digital society festival, re:publica.

Amplify Your Impact

Amplify Your Impact

💎 Pitch your solution in front of our Jury and get a seat in the finalists who will join re:publica. 💎 Gain visibility and foster future collaborations within a vibrant community of AI innovators and give the next steps in your career. 💎 Connect with multiple partners looking for the best talent.

Meet the Experts and Mentors

Simon Stegemann
Simon Stegemann
expert
CEO – N3XTCODER
Jonathan Moore
Jonathan Moore
expert
CTO – N3XTCODER
Elke Kux
Elke Kux
expert
Global EHS Director - Capgemini
Joerg Reschke
Joerg Reschke
expert
Business Analyst - Capgemini
Aleksandra Zinoveva
Aleksandra Zinoveva
expert
Junior AI Solutions & Full-Stack Developer - N3XTCODER
Sebastian Vogel
Sebastian Vogel
expert
Lead Business Analyst - Capgemini Deutschland
Kimberly Mlitz
Kimberly Mlitz
expert
Lead Business Analyst - Capgemini
Shivakumar Bisleri
Shivakumar Bisleri
expert
Delivery Manager - Capgemini
Laura Borel
Laura Borel
expert
Junior AI Solutions Consultant & Product Owner - N3XTCODER
Maximilian Greiner
Maximilian Greiner
mentor
Business Analyst - Capgemini
Debarati Ganguly
Debarati Ganguly
expert
Director - Capgemini
Valentin Lange
Valentin Lange
mentor
Enterprise Architect - Capgemini
Till Busche
Till Busche
mentor
Business Analyst - Capgemini
Hemank Lowe
Hemank Lowe
expert
Google Cloud Sub Practice Leader C&CA - Capgemini
Marla Johnson
Marla Johnson
mentor
Lead Business Analyst - Capgemini
Tanja Schmidt
Tanja Schmidt
expert
People Unit Manager – Capgemini Germany
Eldar Sultanow
Eldar Sultanow
jury
CTO for Insights & Data – Capgemini Germany
Dennis Binna
Dennis Binna
mentor
Business Analyst -Capgemini Germany
Dina Padalkina
Dina Padalkina
expert
Founder Circular Berlin - Built Environment - Circular Berlin
Rucha Ghosh
Rucha Ghosh
mentor
Senior Manager - Capgemini
Isabel Dietsch
jury
Project Manager – BBSR (Bundesinstitut für Bau-, Stadt- und Raumforschung)
Igor Rykhlevskyi
Igor Rykhlevskyi
jury
Senior Marketing Manager DACH - GitHub

Join as a Volunteer

Explore the challenges we've designed with our partners, pick one that suits your skills and interests, then join a diverse team working together and remotely on a solution! Applications are open until the 30th of March.

Join as a volunteer

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What Our Past Participants Are Saying:

Leading our team to develop a solution to improve the search functionalities for Socialmap Berlin was an incredible experience, tackling the challenge of breaking down barriers in accessing social services. Though we didn’t win, our solution opened doors for me and a colleague to join N3xtcoder and continue making an impact.

Laura Borel

Programme Participant

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Programme Schedule

Prizes and Perks

Day Tickets for re:publica

Pitch your idea at re:publica and seize the opportunity to experience the entire event from the inside. As a finalist, you will have the chance to join us in person in May 2025, connect with industry experts, and showcase your project to a dynamic audience. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of one of Europe’s leading digital culture conference!

Showcase Your Solution to our partner Capgemini

Finalist will pitch their innovation to 300+ Capgemini professionals in a high-impact Virtual Presentation.

Winners will be Live on Stage at a Capgemini Convention: Presenting at an exclusive Capgemini event in one of their key locations. Networking with industry experts and gaining valuable exposure.

Exclusive 1:1 Mentorship & Office Shadowing

Winners will get 10 hours of personalised mentorship with an experienced IT, business developers, marketing, career advisors, or other specialities consultant and spend a day at a Capgemini office. Gaining industry insights, connecting with experts, and refining their skills.

Join as a Volunteer

Explore the challenges we've designed with our partners, pick one that suits your skills and interests, then join a diverse team working together and remotely on a solution! Applications are open until the 30th of March.

Join as a volunteer

Watch the summary from our last programme

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Finalist from the previous programme

Reclaim Tiktok

Reclaim Tiktok: An inspirational AI solution to fight fake information

Reclaim Tiktok is levelling the playing field of political communication on TikTok for democratic organisations by using AI-enhanced Analytics and by gaining insights into the success of right-wing extremists on TikTok.

Read more here

Multilang Social Map

Multilang Socialmap: AI tool grating access to social welfare.

The Socialmap solution makes Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband Berlin platform accessible to as many people of different nationalities and cultures as possible with a chatbot.

Read more here

Predictive Cancellation Insights

Predictive Cancellation Insights: Empowering logistic teams

Reducing cancellations and elevating efficiency to empower logistics teams, by enhancing satisfaction and performance with AI.

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