Developers and Entrepreneurial students are often drawn to the excitement and potential of startups, but lack the specific knowledge and resources to enter the blockchain space, particularly Cardano.
This is the total amount allocated to Unified Cardano Student Club SANDBOX: Where Startups and devs Collaborate to make an explosion.
Musa Itopa Ridwan - Unified Cardano Student Club President
Demilade (Mayowa) Jaiyeola - Software Developer ( Supervisory Council )
QUSSIM BAKRE - Product Designer ( Supervisory Council )
The Unified Cardano Student Club SANDBOX proposes a dynamic hackathon to bridge this gap and empower students to develop innovative solutions within the Cardano ecosystem.
No dependencies
Project will be fully open source. The videos and images from the hackathon will be put on public forums like Youtube and the report generated will be put on Medium and as google docs that will be shared with the community.
SDG rating:
SDG goals:
Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all
SDG subgoals:
By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value
By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training
Key Performance Indicator (KPI):
Unemployment rate, by sex, age, and persons with disabilities
Universal Human Rights Index (UHRI):
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(b) to develop a national strategy to support children in street situations
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(d) to abrogate laws that criminalize vagrancy, truancy or wandering and other “status offences” for children
Problem:
Entrepreneurial students lack the specific knowledge and resources to enter the fast-paced world of Cardano blockchain development. Traditional education often lags behind this dynamic field, leaving students without the tools to turn their ideas into reality.
Solution:
The Unified Cardano Student Club SANDBOX presents a revolutionary hackathon experience – a high-intensity competition modeled after popular incubator shows. This "Cardano Incubation Challenge" will empower students to develop innovative solutions within the Cardano ecosystem.
Building on Existing Buzz:
Benefits:
The Cardano Incubation Challenge:
Extras:
The Unified Cardano Student Club SANDBOX's "Cardano Incubation Challenge" offers an unparalleled opportunity to replicate the excitement of popular incubator shows within the world of Cardano. This immersive hackathon will equip students with the skills and knowledge to become the next generation of blockchain pioneers within the Cardano ecosystem.
Impact:
The Unified Cardano Student Club SANDBOX directly addresses the need to onboard student blockchain developers and aspiring entrepreneurs into the Cardano community. Our multi-stage approach will achieve this through:
This initiative will not only equip students with the technical skills to excel in Cardano development, but also cultivate a passionate and knowledgeable new generation of Cardano advocates, developers, and entrepreneurs.
To further spell out the feasibility of the proposal, we can delve into various aspects:
In summary, the feasibility of the proposal is supported by the existing infrastructure and support, the clear demand and interest among students, the alignment with educational gaps, the availability of relevant expertise and mentorship, the focus on community engagement and support, the provision of tangible incentives, the plan for documentation and broadcasting, and the scalability and longevity of the proposed challenge structure.
Milestone 1: Planning and Structuring
Timeline: Month 1 - 2
Activities: (I) Identify and visit probable locations for the TV Show
(ii) Identify, visit, and negotiate with possible National TV stations for the show
(iii) identify the best promotion brands to use for our campaigns
(iv) Contact Judges, investors and other stakeholders who will be in the event.
Milestone 2: Call For Applications
Timeline: Months 3 and 4
Activities: (I) Draft a call for an application form
(ii) Design a call for application banners and poster
(iii) Post and promote the call for application
(iv) Review and accept applicants
Milestone 3:Pitch Show
Timeline: Month 5
Activities: (I) Contact all accepted teams, to make sure they are coming, substitute those teams who can't make it
(ii) Make transport arrangements for all teams coming from all over the country
(iii) Prepare all other logistics like accommodation, feeding, etc
(iv) Prepare logistics for Judges and Investors that will be coming
(v) Event center preparation for the right optics needed for each event
(vi) Show setup, moderation, and streaming
Final Milestone: Documentation
Timeline: Month 5
Ese Williams ( Project Manager ) - Web3 Marketing Expert, Branding position expert, Designer, UI/UX Designer. As a seasoned professional in the Web3 marketing domain, I specialize in branding strategy and UI/UX design. My expertise extends to successfully establishing and nurturing the Unified Cardano Student Club across six universities, effectively integrating them into a cohesive community network. Additionally, I have orchestrated a notable AI and Blockchain event featuring hands-on workshops attended by AI and Blockchain developers, showcasing my ability to facilitate engaging and informative industry gatherings. With a track record of driving community engagement and fostering collaboration, I bring a unique blend of marketing acumen and design prowess to every project I undertake.
Profile: https://twitter.com/EseWilliams5
Demilade (Mayowa) Jaiyeola (Mentor / Judge ) - Software Architect/Engineer at Omni Ark Inc | Haskell Developer | Cardano based Web3 Solutions Architect & Developer | Sustainable Growth Advocate | Ouroboros: The future of decentralised technology.
Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oluwademilade-jaiyeola/
Qussim Bakare ( Mentor / Judge ): A Visionary In Environmentally Conscious Homes That Perfectly Complement Each Client | A Creative THinker | #Blockchain Believer | #DEFI | #CARDANO NEWS |
Profile: https://twitter.com/OPWeaLTH1
Musa Itopa Ridwan ( Event Organier ): A dedicated and hardworking professional, Musa excel in building and managing vibrant communities. With a proven track record in leadership roles, Musa inspire teams to achieve their goals and surpass expectations. Known for His approachable demeanor and cool-headed attitude, I foster positive relationships and create engaging experiences for community members and clients alike.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/musa-ridwan-itopa-9a301a251/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
Milestone 1: Budget: 5500 ADA
(I) Cost on research and transportation to visit probable locations for the SandBox (1500 ADA)
(ii) Cost to research and transportation to visit, and negotiate with possible National TV stations for the show(1500 ADA)
(iii) Transportation to contact Judges, investors and other stakeholders who will be in the event (1500 ADA)
Project Management: 1000 ADA
Milestone 2: Budget: 7000 ADA
(I) Draft a call for an application form (500 ADA)
(ii) Design a call for application banners and posters (500 ADA)
(iii) Post and promote the call for application (4000 ADA)
Project Management: 2000 ADA
Milestone 3: 26,900 ADA
(i) Transport arrangements for all teams coming from all over the country: 4600 ADA
(ii) Logistics like accommodation, feeding, etc: 3500 ADA
(iii) Broadcasting Fee: 4000 ADA
(iv) Video and Photography: 1000 ADA
WINNER PRIZES: 8000 ADA
TRIVIA PRIZES: 400 ADA
JUDGES: 1000 ADA
MENTORS AND PRIZES: 2000 ADA
FACILITATORS: 2000 ADA
RUNNERS: 1000 ADA
Project Management: 1000 ADA
TOTAL: 40,000 ADA
The cost of implementing the Unified Cardano Student Club Sandbox and its Cardano Incubation Challenge represents value for money for the Cardano ecosystem in several ways:
In summary, while there is a cost associated with implementing the Unified Cardano Student Club Sandbox and its Cardano Incubation Challenge, the value it provides to the Cardano ecosystem in terms of talent development, innovation, community building, promotion, and long-term impact outweighs the investment.
The cost is estimated using the average cost of similar price units in Nigeria
The following links can give an idea of my budgeting:
https://www.nairaland.com/93617/cost-buying-air-time-tv
https://intercity.ng/blog/trip-from-abuja-to-lagos
https://www.booking.com/city/ng/abuja.html