The WiDS Worldwide Datathon brings people together to build data science skills through real-world social impact challenges. Whether you’re just getting started or already have experience working with data, the Datathon offers a supportive environment to learn, collaborate, and put your skills into practice.
Participants of all experience levels are welcome.
A global learning community
6000
Competitors
100
Countries
75
Women
91
First-Timers
We’re diving in.
Too many people still lack access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene. Progress toward 100% starts with understanding where the gaps remain. In 2027, the WiDS Worldwide Datathon will bring data scientists around the world together to explore how data can help address global water challenges.
Full Datathon details and dataset information coming January 2027.
Participate in the WiDS Datathon
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.
University Instructors
Bring the WiDS Datathon to your classroom and integrate it into course curricula