What Was ETHWomen 2024?
ETHWomen 2024 was an Ethereum hackathon focused on empowering women and underrepresented builders in Web3, held in Toronto, Canada, on 13 and 14 August 2024. Bringing together female and non-binary developers, designers, and founders, it provided a supportive environment for building and shipping Ethereum projects over two intensive days, competing for prizes and recognition from ecosystem sponsors. The official page sat on the ETHWomen site. Its inclusivity mission gave it a distinct energy and community feel within the Ethereum hackathon ecosystem.
ETHWomen builds the pipeline of diverse Ethereum developers that the ecosystem needs for long-term growth. To follow similar events, check the crypto events calendar and our crypto hackathons list.
Key Themes at ETHWomen
The agenda combined technical building with community:
- Ethereum smart contract development.
- DeFi and Web3 application building.
- Mentorship and peer support.
- Diversity and inclusion in blockchain.
The supportive environment made it welcoming to new and experienced builders alike. Many participants also tracked broader blockchain events through CoinGabbar.
How Ethereum and Web3 Are Growing in Canada
Canada has one of the world's most progressive and early-adopting crypto regulatory environments. The country has had spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange since 2021, ahead of most jurisdictions globally. The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) have worked to bring crypto exchanges under a regulatory framework, and Canada has been among the most active jurisdictions in developing crypto regulation globally.
Toronto, in particular, is a global financial and technology hub with a vibrant startup ecosystem and a large and active Web3 community. The city has hosted multiple Ethereum events, reflecting the strong Canadian developer and investor presence in the global Ethereum ecosystem. ETHWomen in Toronto taps both the city's broad technology talent pool and its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the technology sector. For more shows, see CoinGabbar's crypto conferences page.
Impact of ETHWomen on Ethereum Diversity
An Ethereum hackathon focused on women and underrepresented builders does important work. It expands the pool of Ethereum developers. It creates a supportive on-ramp into Web3 for underrepresented groups. And it surfaces projects built by teams that bring different perspectives to the Ethereum ecosystem. Each edition grows the community.
Why Sponsors, Exhibitors and Projects Should Join
ETHWomen reaches motivated builders from underrepresented groups. Strong fits include:
- Layer 2 networks: expand their diverse developer base.
- DeFi and application protocols: seed new builder communities.
- Ethereum tooling: onboard new developers.
- Grants programs: discover diverse early-stage teams.
- Diversity-focused funds: back underrepresented founders.
To get involved, you can list a crypto event with the CoinGabbar team.
Why KOLs, Media and Influencers Attend
Diversity in Web3 is a critical and growing story. Creators meet the builders and community leaders growing the pipeline of underrepresented Ethereum developers. Coverage can spread through the crypto press release network.
Why Builders and Participants Join
For women and underrepresented developers interested in Ethereum, ETHWomen offers a uniquely supportive environment. You build real projects, receive mentorship from experienced developers, and join a community of peers who share both technical interests and the experience of being underrepresented in tech. Many leave with new skills, project credits, and lasting connections in the Ethereum ecosystem.
Tickets and PR Offers With CoinGabbar
Supporting diversity in Ethereum and Web3? CoinGabbar offers ticket discounts at partner events and free or discounted press release publishing for projects booked through us. To sponsor or add your event to our crypto hackathons list, email event@coingabbar.io.
How the Event Concluded and What Came Next
ETHWomen 2024 wrapped up with project demos and prize announcements, leaving participants with new skills, projects, and a stronger community. Several teams continued developing their hackathon projects after the event. By hosting ETHWomen in Toronto, it tapped Canada's progressive tech culture and commitment to diversity. To follow what came next, see the crypto events calendar and our digital asset events page.
Glossary of Key Terms
- Hackathon: a time-limited competitive event where teams build and present working products.
- CSA: Canada's Canadian Securities Administrators, the umbrella body for provincial crypto regulation.
- Toronto Stock Exchange: TSX, where Canada has traded spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs since 2021.
- Smart contract: self-executing code on a blockchain that runs when conditions are met.
- Grants program: funded awards for developers building open-source or ecosystem projects.
Disclaimer
This page is for general information only. It is not financial, legal, or tax advice. This is an Ethereum hackathon that took place in August 2024; future dates and details may differ. Canadian crypto rules may change; always check current CSA guidance. Please confirm with the official source and do your own research. Crypto assets are volatile and can lose value.
