InterCos 31 is an international team of four bachelor students in various fields of study, working toward the development of a single digital solution to design constraints and problems presented by the Munich City Youth District Association. The team was created in a challenge hosted by Hochschule München (HM) in the fall of 2020 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Problem
The Kreisjugendring München-Stadt (KJR) lacks appropriate digital means of communication and engagement with youth in processes within the city of Munich. Youngsters in the KJR's normally engaged in processes in-person at local youth centers under the supervision of group leaders. The onset of COVID-19 limited such activities, and thus stifled youth engagement dramatically.
Read the Problem Statement here.
The Solution
A digital tool that aims to support the KJR in offering processes that include discussion, voting, and information exchange for interestesd youngster. (Age group: 6y.-21y.) Also offering relevant administrativ options and a "For Kids" mode that enables younger/disadvantaged to take part in processes of their local communities.
Approach
The problem was approached systematically through a process beginning with research, followed by rapid brainstorming, ideation, and prototyping.
Research: A wide breadth of interviews were conducted with youngsters as well as educators to gain a deeper understanding and perspective. Supported by a study of precedent projects that have dealt with similar situations in different regions around the world.
Checkout the Interviews and Research
Brainstorming & Ideation: The next phase involved a synthesis of the research data acquired into a series of imaginary documents, including a storyboard, a press release, and frequently-asked-questions. This helped to make clearer what sort of solution the team wanted to achieve, and the goals to aim for along the way.
Checkout the Storyboard, Press-Release and FAQ
If you want:
Check out our Github Pages.
Wiki Navigation
01 Home
02 Background
03 Ideation
04 Prototype