FIRST Fusion is an innovative 8-week project, initiated on March 16 and concluding on May 11, born from a partnership between BraveBots and Orășelul Cunoașterii in Bucharest. This event marks a pioneering step in Romania by being the country’s inaugural interactive exhibition that celebrates the eight seasons of the First Tech Challenge (FTC). Each week, the exhibit comes to life as the BraveBots team meticulously assembles the game elements from past FTC Romania seasons, recreating the official competition arenas with great detail and authenticity.

Beyond showcasing the robotic competitions, FIRST Fusion is designed as a vibrant, educational festival filled with a wide array of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) activities, targeting children and teenagers between the ages of 7 to 18. These offerings are not just about observation; they are deeply interactive, ensuring that participants engage in hands-on, practical demonstrations alongside competition-grade robots. This approach guarantees a deep, immersive learning experience, making complex engineering and programming concepts accessible and enjoyable.

The primary aim of FIRST Fusion is to ignite a lasting passion for STEAM subjects among young learners, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to face future technological challenges while fostering leadership qualities within their fields of interest. The event’s core is deeply rooted in the values upheld by FIRST, emphasizing teamwork, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

By inviting young minds to explore the intricacies of science and technology through an engaging and interactive platform, team BraveBots not only enhances the educational landscape but also nurtures a culture of curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning. Attendees leave with a heightened understanding of STEAM concepts, inspired to explore further and possibly contribute to the fields of science and technology in the future. FIRST Fusion is more than an exhibition; it’s a gateway to the vast possibilities within the STEAM domains, designed to entertain, educate, and inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators.