RoboGeex Academy Concludes the RoboGeex AI Challenge 2025
RoboGeex Academy concluded the first edition of the RoboGeex AI Challenge, launched this year under the theme “AI for Well-Being”, aimed at empowering students—from elementary school to university level—to develop innovative technological solutions that improve quality of life and promote human values in society.
RoboGeex Academy concluded the first edition of the RoboGeex AI Challenge, launched this year under the theme “AI for Well-Being”, aimed at empowering students—from elementary school to university level—to develop innovative technological solutions that improve quality of life and promote human values in society.
This inaugural edition attracted over 150 students from various schools and universities, grouped into five age categories: Juniors, Starters, Innovators, Pioneers, and Visionaries, according to their educational levels and technical experience. This diversity reflected a rich range of ideas and innovations. The total value of the awards presented by the Academy and supporting partners exceeded $10,000 USD, in recognition of the students’ achievements and to encourage them to continue innovating.
The closing ceremony was held on July 1, 2025, at Al-Madina Theatre – Hamra, Beirut, attended by educators and public figures, including:
- Rabih Baalbaki, Head of the Educational Technology Syndicate in Lebanon
- Ammar Ammar, Founder and Director of Ammar Industry and Development
- Samar El Yassir, Director of ANERA in Lebanon and Jordan
- Representatives from sponsoring companies ElectroSLab and iET
- School and university principals, teachers, parents, and students
Their participation demonstrated that science and innovation are fundamental pillars of a progressive society.
Strategic Vision for Education and Innovation
Mr. Ammar Ammar, in his speech, stressed that supporting such initiatives is not merely symbolic—it is part of a real strategic vision. He emphasized that building minds and refining skills is the greatest service a society can offer itself, stating that investing in people is the only investment that never loses value. He added that every idea presented during the challenge is a building block for the future and thanked teachers and everyone who contributed to the event’s success.
Empowering Students Since 2020
In his speech, Hamza Ammar, Program Director at RoboGeex Academy, highlighted that since its establishment in 2020 under the motto “Innovation in Your Hands,” the academy has continually worked to empower students and broaden their academic and practical horizons. It has represented Lebanon in major international events, bringing back awards and accomplishments thanks to its students and team.
Hamza highlighted the Make:able Challenge, now in its second year, in which students designed assistive devices for real individuals in their community. This was done in official partnership with the UK’s PrintLab and Autodesk from the US, with RoboGeex Academy being the exclusive partner and representative of the challenge in the Middle East.
The Academy participated with nine teams in collaboration with partner institutions, with notable results:
- VIVID — Best Showcase of Empathy (14–18)
- TALKABOO — Best Creative Idea (14–18)
- H&T Innovation — Best Showcase of Customisation (14–18)
- Creovate — Best Showcase of Customisation (18+)
- Hope Builder — Best Showcase of Iterative Design (18+)
Hamza concluded by launching the initiative inable:tech, which aims to transform students’ project ideas into sustainable, impactful solutions that serve people with disabilities. Innovation, he said, must become a continuous mission that goes beyond awards and competitions.
He also extended an open invitation to NGOs, companies, educational institutions, and all socially-driven organizations to join this initiative and support it in order to achieve lasting and meaningful human and societal impact.
inable:tech – Innovation for Humanity
The inable:tech initiative reflects RoboGeex’s commitment to using innovation as a sustainable tool to address daily human challenges. The academy aims to help students develop their projects into practical technologies that improve the lives of those most in need.
Through this initiative, RoboGeex proves that its mission goes beyond theoretical education to real-world application and tangible impact.
Winners of RoboGeex AI Challenge 2025
Omar Mohammad, the Executive Director of the Academy, described the first edition of the challenge as an exceptional experience thanks to close collaboration between educational institutions, families, and the academy’s team. He noted the high level of organization and fairness, with a panel of 21 AI and technology experts from diverse academic backgrounds ensuring transparency.
He promised an even larger and more ambitious edition next year, with broader participation and a richer educational experience.
The challenge featured high-quality projects and ideas, reflecting students' passion for offering real-world solutions. The results per category were:
Juniors
- 1st: Radiant Hearts – Omar Othman (Al-Abrar Educational Center), supervised by Iman Juha
- 2nd: Scratching Generations – Joseph Marhej (Al-Azhar Al-Wadi High School), supervised by Hadeel Abu Zour
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3rd (tie):
- SensAI – Mohammad Reda Hayek (Shahid Hassan Qasir High School), supervised by Rasha Shaqour
- Milles Microbe – Hussein Al-Shami & Lujain Haidar (Karamah High School), supervised by Farah Hamdoun
Starters
- 1st: AI Mood Booster – Anna Maria Khoury, Larin Halabi, Fatima Al-Moussawi (EdTech Hub), supervised by Batoul Salama
- 2nd: TherapistAI – Ali Reda Khreis (Shahid Hassan Qasir High School), supervised by Abdullah Al-Mousa
- 3rd: Mental Health – Christa Abu Rached (Saint Roch School), supervised by Widad Shaheen
Innovators
- 1st: Posture Perfect – Hassan Atiyeh & Nishan Sajeem (EdTech Hub), supervised by Mohammad Reda Al-Nouri
- 2nd: CalmMind – Ali Hammoud (Karamah High School), supervised by Rola Allama
- 3rd: The Bright Side – Anil Abu Zour (Al-Azhar Al-Wadi High School), supervised by Hadeel Abu Zour
Pioneers
- 1st: SafespaceAI – Rayan Nahlawi & Ghadi Shehadeh (Shahid Hassan Qasir High School), supervised by Zeinab Farhat
- 2nd: Life House – Yaman Barik & Najeeb Barakat (Serita Academy), supervised by Lama Al-Younes
- 3rd: Fitness Knowledge – Nawar Makarem & Khaled Nasreddine (Serita Academy)
Visionaries (Universities)
- 1st: TheraBot – Qassem Al-Kanaan, Malek Al-Ali, Bara’a Al-Ketouf (MAPs), supervised by Mohammad Marwa
- 2nd: Mental Health Risk Classification – Amina Issa (Lebanese International University)
Special Awards
- Inspiring Parental Involvement Award: Zeina Nassar
- AI Interaction & Accessibility Recognition: Mohammad Sharkawi (Saint Mary’s Orthodox College), supervised by Elie Khoury, for his project AI Therapy Bot
Voices of the Partners
Partner and sponsor speeches confirmed that this success was only possible thanks to shared vision and ongoing support from all who believed in RoboGeex’s mission.
Rabih Baalbaki, Head of the Educational Technology Syndicate, emphasized that this championship—the first of its kind in the region—is a continuation of RoboGeex’s leadership in educational and technological initiatives. He praised the efforts made to make technology accessible to people with physical challenges, noting that every idea presented is a cornerstone of Lebanon’s and the Arab world’s technological future.
He stressed that the core of the competition is not just rivalry, but building independent thinkers and innovators. Innovation, he said, is the true key to the future.
Ahmad Shuaib, representative of ElectroSLab, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting innovation and tech development across Lebanon. He noted that every participant is a pioneer shaping the future of technology, locally and globally. He also expressed pride in ElectroSLab’s involvement in the closing ceremony, which fostered real opportunities for growth, cooperation, and knowledge exchange.
Samar El Yassir, Director of ANERA in Lebanon and Jordan, congratulated all participating teams in both the RoboGeex AI Challenge and Make:able Challenge, and gave a special commendation to the academy for launching the inable:tech initiative. She praised the work being done to promote inclusivity and create equal opportunities.
She also expressed pride in ANERA’s partnership with RoboGeex, particularly in empowering youth and graduates with advanced skills in a rapidly evolving digital world.
A Foundation for the Future
With the conclusion of the first RoboGeex AI Challenge, the Academy has laid a new foundation in its educational and innovation journey. It believes that every small idea today can become a project that makes a real difference tomorrow, and that every student with a dream can turn it into reality with the right guidance, support, and partnership.
With a promise to deliver a more inclusive and ambitious next edition, RoboGeex reaffirms its commitment to empowering young minds and opening doors for every school, institution, and parent to be part of this pioneering journey toward a more innovative and humane society.
The future starts here.