Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. And if there is an exception for your case that must be or has been considered, please indicate whatever may be relevant in the "Other" section.
With all the above, please note that organizers do have final say around eligibility and may show some flexibility around rules where merited, with our goal to maintain the spirit of this being an event that is focused on education, climate action and creating an inclusive environment for all (and in particular beginner hackathoners). It's collaboration first, above competition!