Congratulations datathon++ 2025 students!
The WiDS Datathon is an opportunity to discover and hone data science skills while solving an interesting and critical social impact challenge. Whether you are an aspiring data scientist or a data science enthusiast, WiDS provides a supportive environment for participants to connect, share interests, learn from, help each other, and have a lot of fun!
Datathon Impact…
6000
Competitors
100
Countries
75
Women
91
First-Timers
Datathon 2026 Challenge Theme: Predicting Wildfire Impact: From Infrastructure to Equity
As wildfires grow more frequent, intense, and disruptive they threaten critical infrastructure and communities. The 2026 WiDS Datathon challenges students and professionals alike to turn data into action. In collaboration with real-time wildfire data from Watch Duty, a nonprofit that is democratizing emergency information to protect lives and strengthen communities, this year’s challenges invite participants to forecast wildfire impacts and design equitable interventions. By combining geospatial modeling with human-centered design, participants will create tools that protect lives, strengthen infrastructure, and empower the communities most at risk.
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WiDS Datathon
Designed for data science enthusiasts who are discovering or building their data skills.
WiDS Datathon University Edition
Datathon University Edition designed for advanced-level students.
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Data Science Enthusiasts
Participate in the WiDS Datathon Challenge and hone your data science skills
WiDS Ambassadors
Bring the WiDS Datathon to your local colleagues
Mentors
Assist Datathon participants through the challenge or at local WiDS Datathon Workshops
University Instructors
Bring the WiDS Datathon to your classroom and integrate it into course curricula
Resources for Finding Teammates
Connect with global WiDS Datathon participants in the following ways:
WiDS Datathon 2026 Partner
