In a dedicated effort to cultivate innovation and engage the next generation of problem-solvers, the Digital Maldives for Adaptation, Decentralization, and Diversification (DMADD) project successfully hosted its second Ask Me Anything (AMA) workshop. Tailored for research students of Higher Education Institutes in the Maldives, the event marked a significant stride in the ongoing preparations for the Maldives Ocean Hackathon.

The AMA workshop, held at Villa College QI Campus, brought together over 50 participants from various Higher Education Institutes across the Maldives. The primary objective was to equip research students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and insights to enhance their success in the upcoming Maldives Ocean Hackathon, a pivotal initiative by the DMADD project.As the AMA session for the tech community, the panel of experts for this session included Dr. Ibrahim Waheed, Project Manager, of DMADD; Mr. Zammath Kaleel, Grants Manager of Tetra Tech; Ms. Muhusina Abdul Rahman, Director at the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Technology; Mr.Ajwad Musthafa - Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Technology, Dr. Nashwan Matheen - Maldives Space Research Organization; and Mr. Ali Shareef - Tetra Tech.

The workshop featured interactive sessions where participants had the opportunity to engage directly with experts from the DMADD project. The sessions covered a range of topics, from innovation methodologies to sustainable solutions for ocean-related challenges. Participants enthusiastically seized the chance to delve into discussions, seeking guidance and exchanging ideas to fuel their preparations for the hackathon.

The Second Ask Me Anything workshop was a resounding success, setting a positive tone for the upcoming Maldives Ocean Hackathon. The event showcased the commitment of the DMADD project to empower and inspire the next generation of innovators who are crucial to addressing the challenges faced by the Maldivian oceans.

As the AMA workshop concludes, the momentum continues to build for the Maldives Ocean Hackathon. The engagement and enthusiasm witnessed among the participants are indicative of a thriving community ready to contribute innovative solutions for a sustainable and resilient future.

Stay tuned for more updates as the DMADD project unfolds its initiatives, guiding aspiring innovators towards creating impactful solutions for the unique challenges faced by the Maldives' oceans.