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# Female-Focused Tech Competitions
The 'Built By Girls' Challenge Helps Teens Explore Their Ideas

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-09-20 | Social Good
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-by-girls
References: [bustle](http://www.bustle.com/articles/183736-the-built-by-girls-challenge-encourages-teenage-entrepreneurs-these-startups-are-worth-knowing) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BUILTBYGIRLS/)

The 'Built By Girls' challenge is a unique competition that gives teenage girls a chance to explore their ideas and launch new businesses. Despite the fact that women are currently underrepresented in STEM fields, a growing number of young girls are expressing an interest in technology. This competition provides a platform for tech-savvy girls to share their ideas and kickstart their careers.

Built By Girls is a competition for girls between the ages of 15 and 17 to showcase their strartup ideas and inventions. The winner receives a $10,000 grant, along with a chance to attend the annual TechCrunch Disrupt event where they will be exposed to potential investment opportunities.

With a growing number of teenage girls exploring the world of technology, the Built By Girls challenge provides the perfect platform for showcasing and celebrating new ideas.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 64% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Female-focused Tech Competitions:** Competitions like Built By Girls provide a platform for young girls to showcase their startup ideas and inventions.
- **Increasing Interest in STEM for Girls:** Despite being underrepresented in the STEM fields, more and more young girls are expressing interest in technology.
- **Opportunities for Women in Tech:** By providing grants and access to investment opportunities, the Built By Girls challenge may help increase opportunities for women in tech.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Technology:** The Built By Girls challenge is specifically focused on exploring and promoting technology innovations.
- **Education:** Programs and competitions like Built By Girls can be used to encourage young girls to pursue STEM education and careers.
- **Finance:** Investment opportunities presented at TechCrunch Disrupt may lead to new funding options and growth for female-led tech startups.

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