OPEN UNTIL JUNE 8TH.

 Runs through June 30th, 2024.

WORCESTER ALLIANCE AGAINST PANDEMIC INNOVATION PROGRAM (WAAPIP)

AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM

WAAPIP is an alliance for young innovators (high school, pre-college, and college students) willing to develop innovative solutions to prepare for, prevent, and control the spread of disease in case of another pandemic within Worcester. 

 OPEN CHALLENGE

4 Training Sessions 

On-campus training on Saturdays from June 8, 2024 to June 29, 2024

6 Teams

Selected individuals will be divided into a team of six (6).

One Challenge

Develop a mobile Personal Ventilation System (PVS) that can be used at home. 

GUIDELINES

Eligibility 
  • Must be an indigene of Worcester or reside in Worcester 
  • High school, pre-college, and college students
  • Any race 
  • Curious and witty with previous demonstrated impact.
  • Good communication skills and willingness to lead or work in a team. 






Key Timelines Announcement and Submissions.
Open: May 20th - June 8th, 2024Training and Pitch:  Saturdays June 30th
Pitch Date: June 29th.


Award and Fund Appropriation 
  • Training certificate 
  • Teams must maintain continual membership. 
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards.

Venue