Studio 5/6, affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), and UNESCO have jointly launched a new initiative titled “DIY Green Automated Machine”.
The initiative reiterates Studio 5/6 and UNESCOs shared commitment to accelerate technological advancement and sustainable development in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Studio 5/6 and UNESCO invited all young Qatari innovators aged 11 to 14 to participate in a transformative journey where young talents were mobilized and offered a unique opportunity to excel. The initiative aimed to design and develop an open-source technological idea that meets one of the SDGs, goal 9, which focuses on industry, innovation, and infrastructure. Participants were also given the opportunity to build an automated eco-friendly machine to promote sustainable environmental practices.
This initiative sparked tremendous interest and engagement among young innovators. The collaborativ
e effort between Studio 5/6 and UNESCO was concluded with a hackathon held over three days. During the event, the selected participants received hands-on assistance from a dedicated team of experts from Studio 5/6. The hackathon gave young innovators an excellent opportunity to showcase their innovative projects and compete, demonstrating their skills and competencies.
Commenting on the initiative, Director of the Digital Society and Digital Competencies Department at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology in Qatar Duha Al Buhendi said that the collaboration between Studio 5/6 and UNESCO aimed to empower the young minds to create a culture of innovation and creativity, pointing out that the initiative did not only grant a space for young innovators to share their ideas but also urged them to employ technology to make a positive impact on the society.
Established by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Studio 5/6 seeks to nurture the children and youth in the State of
Qatar by enhancing their scientific skills in the digital age. It offers cutting-edge technologies and practical experiences that bolster problem-solving skills, critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.
Source: Qatar News Agency