[Proposal setup] Proposal title

Please provide your proposal title

AI learn-to-earn platform for Cardano onboarding

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA

35000

[Proposal Summary] Time

Please specify how many months you expect your project to last

5

[Proposal Summary] Translation Information

Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated

No

Original Language

en

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

Cardano adoption lags in emerging markets due to low awareness, language barriers, limited internet, and financial exclusion, leaving 85% of the world underserved in crypto.

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

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

Yes

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

1. I would use OpenAI API (GPT5) as my core AI model. 2) I would use Googles translation API as my language translation tool. 3)Cardano SDKs and APIs (e.g., for wallet integration like Lace or Eternl, staking, and on-chain reward distributions).

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

License and Additional Information

CLEH will be released under the Apache License 2.0

The Cardano Learn-to-Earn Hub (CLEH) will be fully open-source. All platform components, including the frontend, backend APIs, AI assistant scripts, gamified lesson modules, and smart contract templates, will be made publicly accessible in GitHub repositories. This ensures that developers, educators, and community members can freely use, modify, and improve the platform, fostering collaboration and innovation across the Cardano ecosystem.

[Theme Selection] Theme

Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal.

Learn to Earn

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Describe what makes your idea innovative compared to what has been previously funded (whether by you or others).

Our idea is innovative because it combines AI-driven multilingual guidance, learn-to-earn incentives, and seamless blockchain onboarding in a single platform—addressing adoption barriers holistically. Unlike previous projects that focused on either education, wallets, or rewards separately, CLEH integrates gamified learning, real ADA rewards, personalized AI support, and social engagement, making blockchain education practical, inclusive, and immediately rewarding for users in emerging markets. This unified approach for emerging markets has not been funded before.

Describe what your prototype or MVP will demonstrate, and where it can be accessed.

The MVP will demonstrate hands-on Cardano learning and ecosystem engagement by letting users complete gamified lessons, earn ADA rewards, set up wallets, interact with testnet DApps, and receive AI-powered guidance in multiple languages. It showcases seamless onboarding, personalized learning, and tangible incentives that drive adoption.

It can be accessed as a web app via any browser and as a mobile app on iOS and Android, making it widely available to users in emerging markets.

Describe realistic measures of success, ideally with on-chain metrics.

Success will be measured by user adoption (sign-ups and completed modules), engagement (lessons and quizzes completed), on-chain activity (wallets created, ADA staked, transactions), DApp interactions, reward distribution, retention rates, and community growth (referrals, leaderboards, social sharing). These provide clear, quantifiable metrics to track learning, ecosystem participation, and tangible Cardano adoption.

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Our proposed solution, Cardano Learn-to-Earn Hub (CLEH), is an integrated web and mobile platform designed to address the key barriers to blockchain adoption in emerging markets—lack of awareness, language accessibility, fragmented onboarding experiences, and limited incentives for engagement. CLEH offers a holistic approach that combines gamified learning, AI-powered multilingual support, and tangible learn-to-earn rewards to make blockchain education practical, engaging, and immediately valuable.

At the core of CLEH are structured, modular lessons covering blockchain fundamentals, Cardano-specific concepts, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), staking, and practical usage of decentralized applications (DApps). These lessons are gamified with quizzes, challenges, badges, and streaks, promoting engagement and retention. Users progress through levels, earning recognition and ADA rewards for completing tasks such as wallet creation, staking simulations, and interacting with testnet DApps. This learn-to-earn model ensures that learning is both educational and materially rewarding, motivating consistent participation.

CLEH integrates an AI-powered multilingual assistant capable of providing real-time guidance, explanations, and translations in languages such as Hausa, Swahili, Hindi, and Vietnamese. This ensures that users who are often excluded from blockchain education due to language barriers can fully participate. The AI also personalizes learning paths, offering recommendations and clarifying blockchain concepts based on user progress, making the experience adaptive and user-centered.

To streamline the onboarding process, CLEH enables users to learn about blockchain, create a Cardano wallet, and explore DApps within a single platform. By reducing friction between learning and practical application, users can immediately apply what they’ve learned, reinforcing knowledge through action. The platform also encourages community engagement through leaderboards, referral rewards, and partnerships with local universities and community organizations. This fosters peer learning, local evangelism, and viral growth of Cardano adoption.

On the technical side, CLEH leverages a Flutter-based frontend for web and mobile access, Django APIs for user management and reward distribution, Cardano smart contracts to issue ADA rewards and facilitate DApp interactions, and a PostgreSQL database to manage user profiles and learning progress. The platform also includes an analytics engine to track adoption, engagement, and reward distribution, enabling continuous data-driven improvements.

In essence, CLEH addresses awareness gaps, reduces language barriers, motivates participation through rewards, streamlines onboarding, and fosters community growth. By combining these elements into a single, unified platform, CLEH offers a novel, practical, and measurable solution to drive Cardano adoption in emerging markets, ensuring that education translates directly into real-world ecosystem participation.

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

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

The Cardano Learn-to-Earn Hub (CLEH) is designed to generate broad and measurable impact across multiple dimensions of the Cardano ecosystem and the wider community in emerging markets. Its contributions include:

1. Building a Skilled Developer Ecosystem:

CLEH equips participants with practical knowledge of blockchain fundamentals, Cardano-specific technologies, decentralized finance (DeFi), NFTs, staking, and dApp development. By combining structured lessons with project-based learning, gamification, and ADA incentives, the platform develops a pipeline of skilled developers ready to contribute to Cardano’s ecosystem, creating long-term value for the network.

1. Driving Blockchain Awareness and Adoption:

The project addresses critical awareness gaps by providing accessible, gamified, and multilingual learning experiences. Participants learn how to create wallets, interact with testnet dApps, and engage with the Cardano network practically. This hands-on approach drives adoption in regions where blockchain knowledge is currently limited, ultimately increasing Cardano usage and community growth.

1. Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Participation:

CLEH’s AI-powered multilingual assistant ensures that learners who speak Hausa, Swahili, Hindi, or Vietnamese can fully participate. By reducing language barriers, the platform ensures equitable access to blockchain education, fostering inclusion and diversity within the Cardano ecosystem.

1. Strengthening Community Engagement and Collaboration:

Through leaderboards, referral programs, mentorship, and partnerships with universities and community organizations, CLEH encourages peer learning and local evangelism. The project promotes networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, which strengthens the Cardano community at the grassroots level.

1. Encouraging Real-World Application and Innovation:

Participants engage in hands-on projects, developing functional dApps and learning how to implement Cardano smart contracts. This practical experience ensures that education translates into tangible contributions, including open-source projects that can be leveraged by the broader Cardano ecosystem.

1. Providing Measurable and Scalable Outcomes:

CLEH includes analytics to track adoption, engagement, and reward distribution, enabling data-driven decision-making for platform improvement. The model is scalable, allowing for expansion into additional African countries and beyond, further increasing Cardano’s footprint globally.

1. Supporting the Learn-to-Earn Economy:

By incentivizing learning with ADA rewards, CLEH integrates participants directly into the Cardano economy. This not only motivates learners but also familiarizes them with Cardano’s native token and its potential, fostering economic participation and ecosystem growth.

Overall Impact:

CLEH creates a self-sustaining loop of education, engagement, and adoption: participants learn, apply, and contribute back to the Cardano ecosystem, generating both human capital and practical innovations. The project advances Cardano’s mission of decentralized, inclusive growth, making blockchain accessible, practical, and valuable for emerging market communities.

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & 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?

1. Strong Technical Expertise:

The CLEH project is led by highly experienced software engineers. Pius Ikeoffiah has over five years of experience developing software and blockchain applications, including fintech solutions leveraging blockchain, and has previously organized large-scale events with over 2,000 participants, demonstrating his ability to manage complex initiatives. Anthony Tandoh, with over 10 years of software development experience, will lead the mobile app development, ensuring robust, scalable, and user-friendly frontend solutions. Their combined technical leadership ensures the project is built to high standards of reliability and performance.

1. Proven Community Engagement & Mentorship:

Frema B. Boamah, co-founder of DeLotus Foundation, brings extensive experience in youth mentorship, community engagement, and ecosystem building. She has successfully coordinated programs impacting over 150 youth and has experience in managing multi-stakeholder initiatives, securing funding, and building networks that connect educators, innovators, and students. This ensures that CLEH will reach the intended audience effectively and ethically.

1. Strategic Partnerships:

CLEH will leverage partnerships with Soronko Academy, GSTEP, and MEST Africa, gaining access to school networks, mentorship programs, and community outreach channels. These partnerships strengthen credibility, ensure equitable participation, and maximize regional reach.

1. Transparent Project Management:

The project employs clearly defined milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria. Progress is tracked using analytics dashboards, bug-tracking systems, and structured feedback from users, ensuring accountability at every stage. Funding allocation per milestone is tied to measurable outputs, which guarantees transparency in spending and project execution.

1. Feasibility Validation:

CLEH will validate its approach through:

• Prototype Testing: Early UX/UI and gamified lesson modules will be tested with pilot users to ensure usability and engagement.

• AI Assistant & Multilingual Validation: The AI-powered assistant will be tested across languages to ensure accurate guidance and adaptive learning.

• Beta Launch Metrics: Engagement analytics, ADA reward simulations on testnet, and participant feedback will confirm platform viability.

• Iterative Improvements: Feedback loops and bug tracking will allow rapid identification and resolution of issues, ensuring the platform is functional and scalable for full deployment.

Conclusion:

With a combination of technical expertise, community-focused leadership, strategic partnerships, and transparent milestone-driven management, CLEH is well-positioned to deliver a high-quality, reliable, and impactful project. Validation through prototypes, pilot testing, and data-driven monitoring ensures that the approach is feasible, scalable, and sustainable for the Cardano ecosystem.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

CLEH Architecture, Curriculum & UX Design

Milestone Outputs

• Complete platform architecture for web and mobile applications.

• Modular curriculum covering blockchain fundamentals, Cardano, DeFi, NFTs, staking, and DApp usage.

• Gamification system designed (quizzes, challenges, badges, ADA rewards).

• UX/UI prototypes for web and mobile interfaces.

Acceptance Criteria

• Architecture document approved by technical advisors.

• Curriculum validated for clarity and practical application.

• Gamification design tested for usability and engagement.

• UI/UX mockups approved for development.

Evidence of Completion

• Architecture diagrams, curriculum documentation, gamification plan, and UI/UX prototypes.

• Approval notes from advisory and mentor teams.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

7000

Progress

20 %

Milestone Title

Core Platform Development & AI Integration

Milestone Outputs

• Flutter-based frontend developed for lessons, quizzes, and gamified interactions.

• Django backend APIs implemented for user management, reward distribution, and analytics.

• AI-powered multilingual assistant integrated for translations and personalized guidance.

• Testnet smart contracts deployed for ADA reward simulations.

Acceptance Criteria

• Frontend fully functional across devices.

• Backend APIs passing all tests with secure authentication.

• AI assistant delivers accurate translations and adaptive learning guidance.

• Reward smart contracts execute correctly on testnet.

Evidence of Completion

• Deployed Frontend Prototype: A fully functional version of the web and mobile interface, demonstrating all lessons, quizzes, gamified interactions, and reward tracking features. Users can navigate the platform, complete modules, earn badges, and experience the UI/UX as intended. Screenshots, access links, and user interaction logs are provided to validate functionality.

• API Documentation: Complete technical documentation of all backend APIs, including endpoints for user management, progress tracking, reward distribution, and analytics. Documentation includes request/response examples, authentication methods, error handling, and instructions for integration with the frontend.

• AI Assistant Demo: A working demonstration of the AI-powered multilingual assistant, showcasing real-time guidance, translations in Hausa, Swahili, Hindi, and Vietnamese, and adaptive learning recommendations. Screenshots, video walkthroughs, and test scripts confirm its ability to interact with users and provide personalized support.

• Testnet Logs: Records of all smart contract executions on the Cardano testnet, including ADA reward simulations for completed lessons and tasks. Logs include transaction IDs, timestamps, amounts, and validation that rewards were correctly issued, ensuring transparency and technical feasibility of the reward system.

Delivery Month

2

Cost

11000

Progress

50 %

Milestone Title

Beta Launch, Testing & Community Engagement

Milestone Outputs

• Beta platform launched with pilot users.

• Gamified lessons, quizzes, and ADA rewards tested under real conditions.

• Community outreach campaigns executed through universities, organizations, and social media.

• Feedback mechanisms integrated to capture user experience, learning outcomes, and platform usability.

Acceptance Criteria

Active Beta Users: At least 100 participants are actively engaging with the beta version of CLEH, completing lessons, quizzes, and gamified challenges. User activity logs and engagement analytics confirm that participants are navigating the platform, interacting with the content, and earning rewards, demonstrating meaningful adoption during the pilot phase.

User Feedback Collection: Feedback is collected from at least 80% of beta users through surveys, interviews, and in-platform feedback tools. This feedback includes user satisfaction with the curriculum, UI/UX experience, gamification, learning outcomes, and ease of use, providing actionable insights for improving the platform before full launch.

AI Assistant & Multilingual Validation: The AI-powered assistant is tested in real-world scenarios, providing real-time guidance, explanations, and translations in languages including Hausa, Swahili, Hindi, and Vietnamese. Logs and demonstration sessions confirm that the assistant correctly interprets user queries, offers personalized learning recommendations, and effectively bridges language barriers for diverse users.

Bug Tracking & Resolution: All technical issues, including UI glitches, backend errors, and AI response inconsistencies, are identified and documented in a comprehensive bug-tracking system. Each bug includes a description, severity level, steps to reproduce, and resolution status. This ensures that the platform is stable, reliable, and ready for public launch.

Evidence of Completion

Beta Platform Analytics: Detailed reports capturing user engagement, session duration, lesson completion rates, quiz performance, and gamified interactions. Analytics demonstrate how participants navigate the platform, track progress, earn rewards, and identify trends in learning behavior during the beta phase.

User Feedback Forms: Structured surveys and feedback forms completed by beta participants, covering curriculum clarity, ease of use, gamification experience, AI assistant performance, and overall satisfaction. Responses provide actionable insights for platform improvements and feature refinement.

Bug Logs: Comprehensive documentation of technical issues encountered during beta testing, including frontend glitches, backend errors, reward distribution anomalies, and AI assistant inconsistencies. Each bug includes severity level, steps to reproduce, resolution status, and verification of fixes.

Community Engagement Reports: Records of outreach activities, including engagement through universities, local organizations, social media campaigns, and referral programs. Reports track the number of participants reached, interactions, and participation rates, validating the platform’s community adoption and awareness-building efforts.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

9000

Progress

80 %

Milestone Title

Full Launch, Analytics & Demo Day

Milestone Outputs

• Fully operational platform accessible to public users.

• ADA reward system fully functional on Cardano mainnet or testnet.

• Analytics dashboard live to track adoption, engagement, and learning outcomes.

• Demo Day event showcasing user projects and adoption results.

• Final report including insights, lessons learned, and recommendations for scaling.

Acceptance Criteria

Public launch completed with at least 200 active users.

Analytics dashboard verified with actionable insights.

Demo Day attended by stakeholders with successful project presentations.

Final report completed and shared with partners and advisors.

Evidence of Completion

• Live Platform Metrics: Comprehensive data from the fully launched CLEH platform, including active users, lesson and quiz completion rates, gamified engagement (badges earned, streaks maintained), ADA reward distribution, and AI assistant interactions. Metrics demonstrate real-world adoption, retention, and platform effectiveness.

• Smart Contract Logs: Detailed records of all smart contract executions on the Cardano mainnet or testnet, showing ADA rewards issued, transaction IDs, timestamps, and confirmation of correct execution. These logs provide transparency and verify the integrity and reliability of the learn-to-earn reward system.

• Demo Day Recordings: Full video recordings of the Demo Day event, showcasing participant projects, dApp demonstrations, leaderboards, and presentations. Documentation includes audience engagement, Q&A sessions, and feedback from mentors and stakeholders, providing evidence of community participation and project impact.

• Final Project Report: A comprehensive document summarizing the entire CLEH initiative, including curriculum delivery, user engagement data, AI assistant performance, technical challenges and resolutions, community outreach impact, lessons learned, and recommendations for future iterations. This report validates project success and provides a roadmap for scaling.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

8000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Cost Breakdown of CLEH Project (Total: 35,000 ADA)

1. Milestone 1 – Platform Design & Curriculum Development (7,000 ADA)

Platform Architecture & UX Design: 2,500 ADA

• Resources: UI/UX designer, system architect, design tools.

Curriculum Development: 2,000 ADA

• Resources: Subject matter experts (blockchain & Cardano), instructional designers, content creation tools.

Gamification Design: 1,000 ADA

• Resources: Gamification consultant, design software, quiz/challenge templates.

Prototyping & Approval Processes: 1,500 ADA

• Resources: Mockup tools, stakeholder review sessions, revisions.

1. Milestone 2 – Core Platform Development & AI Integration (11,000 ADA)

Frontend Development (Flutter): 4,500 ADA

• Resources: Mobile developer (Anthony Tandoh), UI implementation, testing devices.

Backend Development (Django & APIs): 3,500 ADA

• Resources: Backend developer (Pius Ikeoffiah), database setup (PostgreSQL), API testing.

AI Assistant Integration: 2,000 ADA

• Resources: AI engineer, translation datasets, multilingual support tools.

Smart Contracts & Testnet Deployment: 1,000 ADA

• Resources: Cardano blockchain developer, smart contract testing, deployment tools.

1. Milestone 3 – Beta Launch, Testing & Community Engagement (9,000 ADA)

Beta Platform Launch & User Testing: 3,500 ADA

• Resources: Hosting, platform maintenance, test users incentives.

User Feedback Collection & Analysis: 1,500 ADA

• Resources: Survey tools, analytics software, data analysis.

Community Engagement & Outreach: 2,500 ADA

• Resources: University partnerships, social media campaigns, event coordination.

Bug Tracking & Fixes: 1,500 ADA

• Resources: QA testers, issue tracking tools, developer time for fixes.

1. Milestone 4 – Full Launch, Analytics & Demo Day (8,000 ADA)

Full Platform Launch & Maintenance: 3,000 ADA

• Resources: Hosting, technical support, mobile/web deployment.

Analytics Dashboard & Data Tracking: 2,000 ADA

• Resources: Data engineer, analytics tools, dashboards for user engagement and rewards.

Demo Day Event & Documentation: 2,000 ADA

• Resources: Event logistics, promotion, recording equipment, participant coordination.

Final Reporting & Recommendations: 1,000 ADA

• Resources: Documentation, report writing, lessons learned analysis.

Summary:

Total Budget: 35,000 ADA

Resource Allocation:

• Developers (Frontend & Backend): 12,000 ADA

• AI Integration & Multilingual Support: 2,000 ADA

• Design, Curriculum & Gamification: 5,500 ADA

• Beta Testing, Feedback, Outreach & Community: 5,500 ADA

• Platform Launch, Analytics & Demo Day: 8,000 ADA

• Tools, Hosting & Miscellaneous: 2,000 ADA

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

The total project cost of 35,000 ADA is strategically allocated across four comprehensive milestones to maximize the impact of the Cardano Learn-to-Earn Hub (CLEH) while ensuring measurable returns to the Cardano ecosystem. Each ADA invested directly contributes to the growth of a skilled, engaged, and innovative developer community in emerging markets.

Milestone 1 – Platform Design & Curriculum Development (7,000 ADA):

The initial investment covers the design of a robust web and mobile platform, a structured curriculum, gamification systems, and UX/UI prototypes. This ensures that subsequent development and onboarding are built on a solid foundation, reducing future costs from redesigns or usability issues. It guarantees that learners experience a polished, engaging, and effective platform from day one.

**Milestone 2 **– Core Platform Development & AI Integration (11,000 ADA):

The largest portion of funding is dedicated to building a fully functional platform with Flutter-based frontend, Django APIs, and integration of a multilingual AI assistant. This ensures that learners across multiple regions and languages can access Cardano education without barriers. The allocation also covers testnet smart contracts for ADA rewards, providing a real-world, learn-to-earn experience that directly incentivizes engagement and knowledge application.

Milestone 3 – Beta Launch, Testing & Community Engagement (9,000 ADA):

Investment here ensures thorough testing with at least 100 active beta users, feedback collection from over 80% of participants, validation of AI features, and resolution of bugs. This milestone includes outreach campaigns to local universities and organizations, ensuring early adoption, strong community engagement, and viral growth for Cardano awareness.

Milestone 4 – Full Launch, Analytics & Demo Day (8,000 ADA):

The final funding allocation covers the full public launch, operational analytics dashboard, ADA reward distribution on mainnet/testnet, and Demo Day event. This ensures that the platform is fully functional, delivers measurable outcomes, and showcases real-world adoption of Cardano through participant projects.

Strategic Value for the Cardano Ecosystem:

• Scalable Education Pipeline: Funds are invested in creating a platform that trains hundreds of Africans in Cardano technologies, producing a sustainable pipeline of developers and ecosystem contributors.

• Increased Adoption & Engagement: Every ADA spent translates into tangible incentives for participants to learn, interact, and launch dApps, which directly grows Cardano usage.

• Open-Source Contribution: By making learning modules, AI scripts, and dApp projects open-source, the cost amplifies value by providing reusable resources for the wider Cardano community.

• Community Empowerment: Investment in multilingual AI support and inclusive onboarding ensures equitable access, increasing Cardano’s reach across different linguistic and demographic groups in emerging markets.

• Data-Driven Impact: Allocation toward analytics, testing, and feedback ensures that resources are continuously optimized, maximizing long-term ecosystem value per ADA spent.

Conclusion:

The 35,000 ADA budget is carefully structured to balance platform development, user engagement, learning incentives, and community growth. Each milestone produces deliverables that strengthen the Cardano ecosystem by creating skilled developers, fostering adoption, and promoting open-source innovation, ensuring that every ADA invested generates measurable, sustainable returns for the network.

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