RoboRoots 2.0 : Civic Tech Summit
Hosted by African American Art & Culture Complex
Register with organizerWhat to look forward to
The event will explore hands-on robotics, AI ethics, and workforce pathways, with live demonstrations and guest speakers sharing practical insights.
Inside the event
Following the landmark success of our inaugural hackathon, RoboRoots returns to the African American Art & Culture Complex (AAACC). We are uniting community members, civic leadership, frontier industry mentors, and rising builders under one roof. Together, we are not just building robots—we are building the right educational and technological course for our community's future.
**TRACK 1**
Competitive Hardware & Simulation Sprint
For Bay Area youth STEM builders (middle and high school preferred; younger youth evaluated by readiness) diving into hands-on 6-DoF arm manipulation, Isaac Sim / MuJoCo physics, and autonomous ground mobility.
**TRACK 2**
Community Tech Literacy & Digital Rights Forum
An intergenerational forum for families, seniors, educators, and community attendees exploring AI ethics, digital sovereignty, surveillance policy, and neighborhood innovation.
**TRACK 3**
The Grand Community Showcase
Arena demonstrations, obstacle agility runs, live project pitches, and partner exhibitions.
For more information check out: www.roboroots.net and/or contact Sr. Programs Coordinator Ashley Smiley at: smiley@aaacc.org
African American Art & Culture Complex
762 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, US. Confirm the venue with the organizer before traveling.
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Last checked: Nov 4, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.
Organizer page checked: Nov 2, 2026. Check registration for the latest details.