Design4Good is a volunteer not-for-profit group dedicated to supporting children in Gaza, led by faculty members from Birzeit University and University College of Applied Sciences, as well as members from Canada, Indonesia, Japan, and Norway.
We are currently focused on education: helping children in Gaza return to learning during these immensely difficult times via new teaching/ learning strategies.
In doing so, we embarking on the SAIL Initiatives: a series of virtual workshops that will bring together local Palestinians and advocates from around the world to co-create solutions.
We are adopting the 5-stage design thinking process:
Suggestions/ questions? Please email us at ccw4gaza at gmail.com .
Please consider completing the surveys below even if you cannot join the workshop to give us feedback. You may skip any questions.
Schedule:
| Week # | Day # | Stages |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | Preparation - please review: 1) Code of Conduct 2) Pre-workshop materials: - Short version - Long version |
| 1 | Day 1 (SAT) | Opening / Review of prep materials / Story-telling Problem identification + specifications |
| 1 | Day 2 (SUN) | Recap/ Refine problem statement / Ideate |
| 2 | Day 3 (SAT) | Recap / Ideate / Sketch prototype / Reflections |
| 2 | Day 4 (SUN) | Refine prototype / Presentations / Closing |
In between Day 2 and Day 3, D4G members will collect feedback from Palestinians on the initial prototypes while each Team may continue proposal refinement.
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We are completely unfunded and warmly welcome any form of support.
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Answer: While both initiatives aim to support Gaza, our approach differs from Workshops4Gaza. We're focusing on crowdsourcing expertise to develop practical solutions for children coping with hunger and trauma while learning. Unlike Workshops4Gaza, which organizes workshops and classes to raise money for Palestinians in Gaza, our effort is centered on collaborative problem-solving to tackle the immediate needs of Gaza's children.
Answer: Firstly, we aim to bring a unique value to supporting Gaza's children by focusing on education and psychosocial support, addressing the root causes of their struggles. Unlike traditional fundraising efforts that often focus on immediate relief, we're working to develop sustainable solutions that empower children to cope with trauma and build resilience for use during and after the war.
Secondly, through our co-creation workshops and collaboration with global advocates and experts, we're generating innovative ideas and practical solutions that can be scaled up to make a meaningful impact.
Answer: This is currently an ongoing discussion topic. See details
Answer: We are not a registered charity nor registered NGO, so we are not eligible to apply to a majority of grants.
That said, we'd love to get your input on this question in preparation of the future. Please review Spreadsheet on fundraising activities around the world and email us your suggestions.