Introducing cardano to Universities in Kenya

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Blockchain & Cardano education initiative: seminars, workshops, and networking events to educate, empower, and foster adoption in Kenyan universities.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

This project focuses on the real-world aspect of blockchain adoption. All of our progress will remain open to the community.

[METADATA] SDG rating

Education

[METADATA] SDG rating

Quality Education: The project aims to provide quality education on blockchain technology and Cardano, empowering participants with valuable skills and knowledge.

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: By promoting blockchain education and adoption, the project contributes to fostering innovation and building sustainable infrastructure in the blockchain industry.

Partnerships for the Goals: The project relies on partnerships and collaborations with universities, Cardano Blockchain developers, key opinion leaders, SPOs, and enterprise partners to achieve its objectives, emphasizing the importance of partnerships for sustainable development.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

The proposed solution is a comprehensive education initiative focused on blockchain technology and the Cardano platform for Kenyan universities. The solution includes a series of activities designed to educate, empower, and foster adoption among students, faculty, and the wider community.

Meetups and Seminars: Regular meetups and seminars will be organized on campus, covering blockchain fundamentals and Cardano-specific topics. These sessions will start from a fundamental level, explaining concepts such as blockchain technology, creating and using wallets. 

Hosting Workshops: Key opinion leaders ,experts from the Cardano ecosystem will be invited to deliver guest lectures and workshops. These sessions will provide insights into Cardano's potential applications, real-world use cases, and foster discussions on Cardano's adoption within the Kenyan Community ecosystem.

Project Development Support: The initiative will offer mentorship and guidance to students and researchers interested in developing blockchain-based projects on the Cardano platform.

Networking Events: Networking events will be organized to facilitate connections between participants and professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations involved in the blockchain and Cardano space. These events will encourage collaboration, idea sharing, and potential internship or employment opportunities.

The proposed solution aims to empower participants with blockchain knowledge and skills, foster innovation, build a vibrant community, and promote the adoption of Cardano within the Kenyan university ecosystem. By offering a range of educational activities and networking opportunities, the solution aims to bridge the knowledge gap, inspire creativity, and create a pathway for individuals to explore career opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures in the blockchain industry.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

The proposed solution directly addresses the challenge of the lack of blockchain education and awareness in Kenyan universities by providing a comprehensive education initiative focused on blockchain technology and the Cardano platform. By bridging the knowledge gap and promoting Cardano adoption, the solution offers several benefits to the Cardano ecosystem:

Education and Awareness: The solution will raise awareness about Cardano and blockchain technology among students, faculty, and the wider community in Kenyan universities. By providing educational resources and organizing informative sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the Cardano platform, its features, and its potential applications.

Talent Development: The initiative will empower participants with valuable skills and knowledge in blockchain technology and Cardano. This will contribute to the development of a skilled workforce capable of driving innovation, building blockchain-based solutions, and contributing to the growth of the Cardano ecosystem.

Innovation and Projects.

Development: By providing mentorship, resources, and support, the solution encourages participants to explore and develop blockchain-based projects on the Cardano platform. This fosters innovation and creativity, potentially leading to the creation of new applications, smart contracts, tokens, NFTs, and other solutions within the Cardano ecosystem.

Community Engagement: The solution promotes the formation of a vibrant community of blockchain enthusiasts, students, faculty, and industry professionals. Through meetups, seminars, workshops, and networking events, participants will have opportunities to connect, collaborate, and share ideas, fostering a sense of community and strengthening the Cardano ecosystem.

Adoption and Ecosystem Growth:

By inviting key opinion leaders and industry experts to discuss Cardano's adoption, the solution aims to create momentum and encourage the integration of Cardano within the Ethiopian university ecosystem. This can lead to increased adoption of Cardano, partnerships with organizations, and the exploration of practical implementations within existing websites and enterprise infrastructure.

Overall, the proposed solution not only addresses the challenge of blockchain education and awareness in Kenyan universities but also brings tangible benefits to the Cardano ecosystem by expanding its reach, nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and building a strong and engaged community.

Here are some potential metrics to assess the project's effectiveness 

Track the number of participants attending meetups, seminars, workshops, and networking events. Increasing attendance over time indicates growing interest and engagement.

Student Interest in Cardano and Project Catalyst:

Assess the level of student engagement and enthusiasm regarding Cardano and Project Catalyst, gauging their expressed interest and involvement.

Feedback and Surveys:

Conduct surveys and collect feedback from participants to evaluate their satisfaction levels, understanding of the topics covered, and the perceived value of the educational initiatives. Positive feedback indicates the effectiveness of the project in meeting participants' expectations.

Collaboration and Partnerships:

By regularly monitoring and analyzing these metrics, it will be possible to evaluate the success and effectiveness of the project, make necessary adjustments, and continuously improve the educational initiatives to maximize their impact.

To ensure the outputs and results of the project reach a wider audience and contribute to the broader Cardano community, here are the proposed plans for sharing the outcomes:

Project Documentation and Reports: Thorough documentation of the project's activities, including meetups, seminars, workshops, and networking events, will be prepared. Comprehensive reports summarizing the key findings, insights, and outcomes will be created. These reports can be shared publicly, either on a dedicated project website or through relevant online platforms, to provide transparency and allow others to learn from the project's experiences.

Publication and Dissemination: The project's achievements and success stories will be shared out with the cardano community 

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Our team consists of seasoned cardano ambassadors who are experienced in event planning, marketing, and community engagement. We will ensure transparency and accountability through regular progress updates, feedback mechanisms, and post-event evaluations. Validation of our approach will be based on event attendance, participant feedback, and subsequent increases in awareness and engagement within the target audience

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Proposed City : University of Nairobi 

Estimated Number of Attendees: 

100

 (FIRST EVENT PREPARATION AND KICK OFF)

Holding of meeting with the team to discuss our intended meetup event.

· Preparation of promotional materials (training materials, flyers, banners, Printing of T-shirts and other conference materials)

·Publicity (circulate event details to participants through social media)

. Setup google forms and meetup links to invite and pre-register intended participants.

·Booking suitable venues for meetup/ workshop event

.Booking of accommodation for ambassador and team 

·Reminder calls to participants before day of meetup

·Holding of the 1st meetup event.

ESTIMATED COST: 19,900 ADA

OUTLINE 

Proposed University : Kisumu technical training college 

Estimated Number of Attendees: 

100

 (SECOND EVENT PREPARATION AND KICK OFF)

· Holding a meeting with the team members to discuss the intended meetup event.

·Preparation of promotional materials (teacing materials ,flyers, banners, T-shirts printing and other conference materials)

· Publicity (circulate event details to participants through social media)

·Setup google forms and meetup links to invite and pre-register intended participants.

· Booking suitable venues for the conference 

·Booking accommodation for ambassador and team etc

·Reminder calls to participants before day of meetup

·Holding the conference

ESTIMATED COST: 21,000 ADA 

OUTLINE 

Proposed University: University of Eldoret

Estimated Number of Attendees: 100

 (THIRD EVENT PREPARATION AND KICK OFF)

· Holding meeting to discuss our intended meetup event.

·Preparation of promotional materials (teaching materials, flyers, banners,Printing of T-shirts and other conference materials)

·Publicity (circulate event details to participants through social media)

·Setup google forms and meetup links to invite and pre-register intended participants.

·Booking suitable venues for meetup event

·Booking accommodation for ambassador and team etc

·Reminder calls to participants before day of meetup

·Holding the meetup event 

ESTIMATED COST: 22,600 ADA

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Jeremiah Baani

Founder of cteil Academy and a seasoned cardano ambassador who has held several cardano

meetups both in Ghana and Kenya. He is known for his dedication to education & skillfully

organizing community meetups in Ghana.

His recent efforts include successfully launching the Cardano Africa Academy in Nairobi Kenya

He has hosted two successful cardano summits [2022 & 2023]. He also hosted CIP-1694

workshops among others. He is currently the founder of a youtube channel called "cardano

Africa Academy '' where he teaches people across the globe about Blockchain technology from a cardano perspective .

He will manage the entire operations of the event, overseeing the marketing/promotional teams, arrangements of speakers itinerary and other related activities to ensure the successfulness of the event. His track records are great and once he is in the team we are assured of project.

More Info about Ambassador Jeremiah Here: https://twitter.com/Jerrybnj

Herine Omollo

She is a coordinating lead of Cardano Kenya Community. She was a reviewer in F10 and a moderator in F11.She hosted the catalyst working group Nairobi 2024.co-hosted the first meetup for cardano Kenya Community in 2024 as well.

I will lead the team by ensuring all plans and partnerships are perfectly executed. I am a

focused leader, well traveled and well connected across Kenya .I leverage my network of

friends and partners across Kenya to ensure this event is a success.

Please note that we will recruit additional temporal team members to work with us during this event.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

PROJECT FUNDING INFORMATION 

Proposed Budget Request (63,500 ADA) 

BUDGET BREAKDOWN

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI EVENT 

·   Conference space rental – 800 ADA

·   Snack and Water for 100 participants - 40 ADA *100= 4000 ADA

·  Lunch for participants and team – 45ADA *100= 4500 ADA

·   T-shirts printing for participants – 47ADA *100= 4700 ADA

·   Publicity -- 450 ADA

·   ADA Airdrop for participants through quizzing = 1000 ADA

·   Event capture (Photos and videos) = 1000 ADA

Team’s Incentives: 3000 ADA

Contingency fund = 450 ADA

Total ==== 19,900 ADA

KISUMU TECHNICAL TRAINING COLLAGE Second Event:

·   Conference space & PA system – 900 ADA

·   Accommodation for ambassador and team – 1200 ADA

·   Snack and Water for 100 participants - 35 ADA *100= 3500 ADA

·   Lunch for participants and team – 40ADA *100= 4000 ADA

·   T shirts printing for participants and Team – 50ADA *100 = 5000 ADA

·   Transportation for logistics = 900 ADA

·   Publicity = 800 ADA

·   ADA Airdrop for participants through quizzing = 1000 ADA

·   Event capture (Photos and videos) = 1000 ADA

Team’s incentives : 3000

Contingency fund = 600 ADA

Total ==== 21,000 ADA

UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET third Event

· Conference space & PA system – 900 ADA

·Accommodation for ambassador and team – 1000 ADA

·Snack and Water for 100 participants - 40 ADA *100= 4000 ADA

·Lunch for participants – 45 ADA *100= 4500 ADA

·T shirts printing for participants and Team – 50 ADA *100 = 5000 ADA

· Transportation for logistics = 1000 ADA

· Publicity = 600 ADA

·ADA Airdrop for participants through quizzing = 1000 ADA

·Event capture (Photos and videos) = 1000 ADA

.Teams Incentives : 3000 ADA

.Contingency : 600 ADA 

TOTAL*** 22,600 ADA

OVERALL BUDGET TOTAL ==== 19,900 + 21,000 + 22,600= 63,500 ADA

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

To be Education and Skill Development: The project's cost invests in providing comprehensive education on blockchain technology and the Cardano platform. By equipping individuals with knowledge and skills related to Cardano, the project contributes to the growth of a skilled workforce.

Adoption and Awareness: The cost supports activities aimed at promoting Cardano's adoption and raising awareness within the target audience. By organizing meetups, seminars, and workshops, the project facilitates the dissemination of knowledge and understanding of Cardano's capabilities.

Network Expansion: The project's cost enables networking events and collaborations with industry professionals, key opinion leaders, and other stakeholders.

Innovation and Projects: The cost supports initiatives that encourage participants to explore and develop projects on the Cardano platform. By fostering innovation, the project drives the creation of practical applications and other solutions within the ecosystem.

Ultimately, the cost of the project represents value for money by investing in education, adoption, network expansion, innovation, and long-term growth within the Cardano ecosystem. It enables the

ecosystem to develop a skilled workforce, foster widespread adoption, create a vibrant network, drive innovation, and build a strong foundation for future advancements.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agreed to Fund10 rules and also that data in the Submission Form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept