Youth Hacking 4 Freedom

If you like programming, tinkering, and having fun with software, and you are up for a challenge, we have something exciting for you: "Youth Hacking 4 Freedom" (YH4F), the FSFE's hacking competition for young people from Europe! What's more, you can win up to €4,096 and a trip to Brussels for the awards ceremony!

Join Youth Hacking 4 Freedom 2027

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Learn everything about Youth Hacking 4 Freedom: what it is, how to register, and everything you need to know about the competition.

Sponsorship

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Find out who makes this contest financially possible and explore how to support this competition.

Jury Members

Learn more about the members of the jury, who will ensure that every project is evaluated fairly.

Explore Past Editions

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Find out everything about the winners of the past editions of YH4F.

Get Involved

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Spread the word about the contest by sharing it with others. Discover more ideas on how to inspire teenagers’ interest in Free Software and encourage them to start programming.