2022 Indigenous Communities Fellowship
ONNSFA scholarship app: Increasing technology information
An app to use for scholarship applications and a foundation for introducing technology to the Navajo Nation.
Solution Pitch
The Problem
According to the 2018 census, 5,950 out of 13,210 students in the Navajo Nation were denied scholarship assistance due to missing documents in the application process. Factors that contribute to the issues are lack of communication, relying on outdated technology, and limited transparency.
The Solution
ONNSFA scholarship app was developed to decrease the obstacles within the Navajo Nation scholarship process by centralizing and streamlining communication and distribution of necessary documents. The goal is to use the app as a stepping stone for creating a platform that can be used for larger projects within the Navajo Nation government.
Market Opportunity
The market opportunity spans enrolled Navajo Nation tribal members seeking higher education. This market possesses a high need for scholarship support.
Organization Highlights
Collaborating with Indigidesign
Working with Cahokia Socialtech and Artspace based in Phoenix, Arizona
Partnership Goals
Brittany Gene Design seeks:
Business mentorship and guidance
Expertise in building a sustainable business model
Organization Type: Not registered as any organization
Headquarters: Juneau, Alaska
Stage: Prototype
Working In: United States
Current Employees: 2
Solution Website: UX/UI ONNSFA App | My Site (brittanygene.com
Solution Team:
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Brittany Gene Industrial & Product Designer, Brittany Gene Design, www.brittanygene.com
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