Background

Our team was approached by a group of students who were interested in creating a platform to connect high school students with volunteer opportunities in their community. The goal was to make it easier for students to find and participate in volunteer work, which would not only benefit the community but also help the students build valuable skills and experiences.

Problem

The main challenge we faced was designing a platform that would be easy for high school students to use and navigate. We also needed to ensure that the platform would be secure and protect the privacy of both the students and the organizations offering volunteer opportunities. Finally, we needed to figure out how to promote the platform so that it would gain traction among high school students.

Solution

To address these challenges, we created a simple and intuitive user interface for the platform, with clear categories for different types of volunteer opportunities such as environmental work, animal welfare, or education. We also implemented strict security measures such as two-factor authentication and data encryption to protect users' personal information.

To promote the platform, we worked closely with local schools and community organizations to spread awareness about its benefits. We also leveraged social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter to reach a wider audience of high school students.

Impact

Increased number of high school students participating in volunteer work by X%
Improved visibility of local community organizations offering volunteer opportunities
Built valuable skills and experiences for high school students through volunteering
Established a sustainable platform for connecting volunteers with organizations in need

Team

Jasmine Lee - Project Manager
- Oversaw project timeline and budget
- Coordinated communication between team members and stakeholders
David Kim - Lead Developer
- Designed and implemented the platform's user interface
- Developed security measures to protect user data
Samantha Chen - Marketing Specialist
- Developed marketing strategy for promoting the platform to high school students
- Leveraged social media platforms to increase visibility of the platform
Alex Nguyen - Community Outreach Coordinator
- Liaised with local schools and community organizations to promote the platform's benefits
- Built partnerships with organizations offering volunteer opportunities on the platform

Connect High School Students with Volunteer Opportunities