Cardano T-Shirt and Blockchain Initiative for Learning Orphaned Children in Ethiopia

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Selahadin Esmael

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

Individual

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

12

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

No

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

We will create and sell Cardano-branded T-shirts, with proceeds funding educational programs on blockchain technology for orphaned children in Ethiopia, promoting learning and community building.

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

Yes

[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.”

We will collaborate with local orphanages, schools, and educational platforms to facilitate blockchain learning programs for children.

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

Yes

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

All educational materials and curriculum will be released under an open-source license (MIT License) for others to use and improve.

[METADATA] Horizons

Education

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Our project aims to develop Cardano-branded T-shirts that will be produced and sold to financially support the development of blockchain education for the kids in Ethiopia. Blockchain is revolutionizing economies worldwide, and revolutionizing technology, and if the future can be improved by introducing these kids to this technology early on, then perhaps we are in a good position. Introducing the essence of decentralized technology and cryptocurrencies, we will help children get interested in the potential future occupation in the field.

Support to these children will entail workshops, online learning materials, and mentorship all focused on the individual need of each child. We also want to create a community around the initiative where children can interact with members of the Cardano community, volunteers.

Orphaned Children in Ethiopia: Receiving party to the educational program through whom the BOAT will be presented to increase their future employability.

Cardano Community: They can also support the initiative by buying the T-Shirts or for members willing to offer their time and be mentors and teachers.

Local Schools and Orphanages: Members who will consume the educational programs and other partners who will assist in the facilitation of the educational programs.

Thus, how will you show or measure the change or success?

This is actually the number of children who finish teaching blockchain classes.

The sales of T-shirts targeting the program.

Different participation rates of the Cardano community members in educational activities.

Questionnaires with the children and also the mentors to perform a survey.

Is there anything children can do with their acquired knowledge of blockschains in real life success stories.

From the case of orphaned children in Ethiopia, education on block chain will avail them a farther chance to those working employers as well as lead independent lives.

The Cardano Community will gain global visibility, while this initiative is an example of how the blockchain can help improve the lives of underserved populations.

This project reflects Cardano’s approach to the promotion of education and the creation of the new generation of blockchain audience with the perspective of their further contribution to the Cardano ecosystem.

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

The project will have multiple positive impacts on the Cardano community:

It will increase more people’s awareness and interaction with Cardano internationally, and what T-shirts’ sales’ funds will be utilized for is learning.

The initiative will create new blockchain followers in Ethiopia who might join the Cardano ecosystem in the future.

It will further enhance the Cardano brand since the public will get to see that Cardano acts as a brand that seeks to improve real-world solutions, bring in more people, and educate them.

It will also afford members in the community the chance to get involved in the offering of mentorship as well as educational programs which will effectively advance the sentiment of purpose and involvement.

[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 has done work with non-profit organizations in Ethiopia before and most of the schools and orphanages are known to us. We have also effectively handled previous Fund Raising drives by sale of merchandise. Our blockchain and educational experts will make sure that the blockchain curriculum can be understood by the children and that its objectives are long term.

To validate feasibility, we will:

It is recommended that only one school is selected and a pilot program is devised for them before moving on to other schools.

Get the details from the teachers and the kids so that the curriculum is developed further.

Make sure to report to stakeholders status of funds raised and their expenditure.

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

Design and produce the Cardano-branded T-shirts

Acceptance criteria: 1,000 shirts designed and produced, ready for sale.

Launch the T-shirt sale campaign

Acceptance criteria: Website live and T-shirts available for purchase.

Initiate the blockchain education program

Acceptance criteria: 50 children enrolled in the blockchain education program in Ethiopia.

Complete first cohort of blockchain learners

Acceptance criteria: 50 students complete the program with certificates.

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

Selahadin Esmael (Project Lead & Educator)

Role: Oversee project implementation and coordinate with orphanages and schools.

Samuel Tadesse (Blockchain Expert)

Role: Design the blockchain curriculum and mentor children.

Alemayehu Mekonnen (Marketing & Community Outreach)

Role: Manage the T-shirt sales campaign and engage with the Cardano community.

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

Total Requested Budget: 50,000 ADA

1. T-shirt Production & Shipping:
2. Cost: 15,000 ADA
3. Details: Manufacture and distribute 1,000 T-shirts globally.
4. Blockchain Education Materials & Infrastructure:
5. Cost: 10,000 ADA
6. Details: Development of educational materials, blockchain curriculum, and resources for the children.
7. Mentorship & Volunteer Coordination:
8. Cost: 5,000 ADA
9. Details: Coordination of volunteers, mentors, and community engagement.
10. Marketing & Promotion:
11. Cost: 10,000 ADA
12. Details: Run campaigns to raise awareness and boost T-shirt sales.
13. Project Management & Reporting:
14. Cost: 5,000 ADA
15. Details: Oversee the entire project, ensuring timely delivery and reporting to stakeholders.
16. Miscellaneous:
17. Cost: 5,000 ADA
18. Details: Cover unforeseen expenses such as additional educational needs or logistics.

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

The budget represents strong value for money because:

Established to ensure that the majority of its revenue sources come directly from the community, the T-shirts sales finance education methods entirely from the public’s contribution.

The blockchain education program will be of ultimate impact on the lives of the infected or affected orphans in terms of preparing them for future careers.

The initiative is consistent with Cardano’s goal of bringing positive change through the inclusion of all through the use of Block Chain.

Transparency reporting coupled with open source of project delivery guarantees every cent is spent to the maximum.