Call For Villages
Villages at ROOTCON are where the community comes alive. These interactive, hands-on spaces are built for hackers, makers, tinkerers, engineers, researchers, and curious minds who want to explore beyond the usual conference experience. It’s where ideas are tested, hardware gets torn apart, code gets broken, tools get built, and knowledge gets shared openly with the community.
From hardware hacking, lockpicking, reverse engineering, AI security, SDR, wireless research, malware analysis, and IoT experimentation to entirely new underground concepts, Villages provide a dedicated environment for learning through doing. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or someone touching a soldering iron or lockpick set for the first time, there’s always something to discover.
Villages are more than just booths or exhibits — they are community-driven hacker playgrounds. Expect live demos, mini workshops, capture-the-flag challenges, competitions, collaborative projects, and spontaneous conversations with people who share the same passion for curiosity and exploration.
Current Villages at ROOTCON include:
- Hardware Hacking Village
- Car Hacking Village
- Bug Bounty Village
- Cellular Assault Village
- Red Team Village
- Lockpick Village
We are also actively looking for new Villages and communities focused on but not limited to:
- IoT Security & Embedded Systems
- ICS / SCADA Security
- AI & LLM Security
- SDR / RF Hacking
- Wireless & Wi-Fi Security
- Biohacking & Experimental Tech
Have a crazy idea for a Village? Want to run workshops, competitions, live demos, or build an immersive hacker experience? ROOTCON is the place to bring it to life. We welcome new concepts, experimental setups, niche communities, and unconventional ideas that push the boundaries of creativity, technology, and hacking culture.
Build it. Break it. Share it. Welcome to the Villages of ROOTCON.
Terms & Conditions
1. Compliance & Ethics - Villages must follow all ROOTCON event rules and local laws. - All activities must align with ethical standards, legal guidelines, and safety best practices. (If unsure, please consult villages [at] rootcon dot org.)2. Content Responsibility - The organizer is responsible for all Village content, activities, and materials. - ROOTCON reserves the right to decline or shut down Villages that do not align with event values.
3. Safety & Security - Organizers must ensure proper safety measures for participants. - If your Village involves hardware, tools, or hands-on activities, clear safety guidelines must be provided.
4. Space & Equipment - Space is limited, and ROOTCON will allocate resources based on feasibility. - ROOTCON provides basic setup (tables, chairs, power) but additional equipment must be requested in advance.
5. Promotion & Branding - Villages are encouraged to promote themselves but must use ROOTCON branding responsibly. - Any sponsorships or external branding must be approved by ROOTCON organizers.
6. No Sales or Commercial Activities - Villages are not allowed to sell products/services without prior approval. - Sponsor-supported Villages must declare affiliations in their application.
7. Liability & Conduct - ROOTCON is not responsible for any damage, loss, or incidents within the Village area. - Villages must adhere to the ROOTCON Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive, respectful environment.
8. Cancellation Policy - If a Village is canceled, organizers must inform ROOTCON ASAP. - Last-minute cancellations without notice may impact future participation.