Processes & Methodologies
Welcome to the Next Trend Hub processes documentation. This section covers our methodologies, hackathon guidelines, evaluation frameworks, and templates for teams and facilitators.
CATS Hackathon 2024-2025
Next Trend Hub is a local organizing partner for the CATS Hackathon, running from November 1, 2024 to January 9, 2025. This hackathon follows a unique “Build What Matters” approach, emphasizing community-driven problem discovery through action-learning.
Action-Learning Methodology
Our action-learning approach guides teams through four mandatory quadrants of discovery and development.
Introduction to the four quadrants
Action-Learning OverviewCommunity research and evidence gathering
Ground TruthDeriving themes and patterns
Formulate InsightProblem statement development
Formulate HypothesisSolution exploration and selection
Define OpportunityRecording and documentation standards
Voice Notes & InterviewsEvaluation & Selection
Learn about our evaluation process, judging criteria, and selection timeline.
Templates & Resources
Downloadable templates and guides for teams and facilitators.
Quick Links
Documentation for Next Trend Hub | Lagos, Nigeria | CATS Hackathon Local Partner