Empowering Homeless Youth through Sustainable Packaging Artistry
Preferred learners
- Canada
- Academic experience
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Project scope
- What is the main goal for this project?
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Develop a social entrepreneurship plan that outlines how to train homeless youth in Vancouver to become skilled artisans in the creation of sustainable packaging made from recycled cardboard.
Problem: Homeless youth in Vancouver face significant barriers to stable employment and may lack the skills and resources needed to secure and maintain a job. By providing training and employment opportunities in sustainable packaging artistry, this project aims to empower these individuals to gain the skills and experience needed to transition into sustainable employment and improve their overall quality of life.
- What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?
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- Research the issue of homelessness among youth in Vancouver and packaging development using recycled cardboard.
- Conduct a needs assessment of homeless youth to determine their skill sets and needs for employment.
- Develop a social entrepreneurship plan that outlines how the project will train and employ homeless youth in packaging development using recycled cardboard.
- Identify potential funding sources for the project and develop a financial plan.
- Identify potential partnerships with other businesses, government agencies, NGOs, and philanthropic organizations to further support the project.
- Develop a communication plan to engage with homeless youth and communicate the benefits of the project to stakeholders.
- Evaluate the success of the project and make recommendations for future improvements.
- What is the main goal for this project?
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Develop a social entrepreneurship plan that outlines how to train homeless youth in Vancouver to become skilled artisans in the creation of sustainable packaging made from recycled cardboard.
Problem: Homeless youth in Vancouver face significant barriers to stable employment and may lack the skills and resources needed to secure and maintain a job. By providing training and employment opportunities in sustainable packaging artistry, this project aims to empower these individuals to gain the skills and experience needed to transition into sustainable employment and improve their overall quality of life.
- What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?
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- Research the issue of homelessness among youth in Vancouver and packaging development using recycled cardboard.
- Conduct a needs assessment of homeless youth to determine their skill sets and needs for employment.
- Develop a social entrepreneurship plan that outlines how the project will train and employ homeless youth in packaging development using recycled cardboard.
- Identify potential funding sources for the project and develop a financial plan.
- Identify potential partnerships with other businesses, government agencies, NGOs, and philanthropic organizations to further support the project.
- Develop a communication plan to engage with homeless youth and communicate the benefits of the project to stakeholders.
- Evaluate the success of the project and make recommendations for future improvements.
- How will you support learners in completing the project?
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- Access to relevant staff who can provide guidance and answer questions.
- Access to any data or information necessary to complete the project.
- Regular check-ins and updates to ensure students are on track and have the support they need to succeed.
- What skills or technologies will help learners to complete the project?
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- Understanding of social entrepreneurship: Students should have an understanding of the social entrepreneurship concept, including how it applies to community engagement and development.
- Research and analysis: Students will need to conduct research and analyze data to identify potential funding sources, partnerships, and packaging development techniques.
- Financial planning: Students should have some knowledge of financial planning and budgeting, including identifying potential funding sources and developing a financial plan for the project.
About the company
- https://www.manuelcreativestudio.com/
- 0 - 1 employees
- Sales, Apparel & fashion, Technology, Environment, Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society
We are a socially responsible and innovative studio, we have a fashion and accessories brand that is developing a wide range of options for all consumers through its lines. Our mission is to create unique, high-quality products while supporting various social and environmental causes. Our vision is to become a leading studio in different industry, recognized for our commitment to sustainability, technology and community impact. Our values include social responsibility, innovation and quality.