Inspire Impact Ideathon Kick-off
Hi Innovators!
We’re excited to announce the second Inspire Impact Ideathon, funded by the Shared Island Fund — a unique 4-week hybrid idea development programme designed to foster creativity and innovation among students. In collaboration with Queen’s University Belfast and Trinity College Dublin, this ideathon brings together students from all disciplines to co-create solutions addressing some of today’s most pressing social challenges.
Now, it’s time to kick things off in style!
📅 When: January 19, starting at 12:20 PM
📍 Where:
TCD: Luce Hall, First Floor, Trinity Business School, Pearse St, Dublin 2, D02 H308
QUB:
What’s Happening
🍕 Pizza, drinks & good vibes — because every great idea starts with great energy (and snacks).
🤝 Team Formation — have an idea or just enthusiasm? This is your chance to meet like-minded changemakers and build your team.
🧭 Programme Walkthrough — we’ll guide you through what’s ahead: timelines, deliverables, and opportunities.
🎨 Creative Design Thinking Workshop — dive into a fun, hands-on session to spark creativity and explore new ways of problem-solving.
Why You Should Be There
The kickoff marks the official start of your Ideathon journey — where teams form, ideas take shape, and collaboration begins.
Plus, attending this event is the first step toward earning our Inspire Impact Digital Badge. Participate in all three workshops throughout the programme, and you’ll receive a digital credential you can proudly showcase on LinkedIn. 🎖️
Quick Agenda
12:20 – Arrival, registration & pizza
12:30 – Welcome & challenge introduction
12:45 – Team formation: meet your collaborators
13:15 – Design Thinking Workshop
14:45 – Programme roadmap & Q&A
15:00 – Close & networking
Bring your curiosity, creativity, and open mind — this is where ideas start their journey from concept to impact.
We can’t wait to see you there — and yes, the pizza will be hot and ready. 😋🍕
See you soon,
The Inspire Impact Team