Challenge
With the Scarlet Plains thriving thanks to your agricultural initiatives, your journey leads you to Willow Glen, a suburban area nestled on the outskirts of Vire. This community, once a vibrant extension of the city, now grapples with healthcare access disparities, reflecting the broader struggles of Vire itself. As you navigate the streets of Willow Glen, the contrast between its suburban charm and the shadows of uncertainty lurking in its corners becomes starkly apparent. You can't help but recall the stories of Vire, where many still struggle for the most basic needs.
In Willow Glen, you encounter the Harmonia Initiative, a collective of healthcare professionals, advocates, and community leaders dedicated to addressing health disparities and promoting well-being. They share compelling firsthand accounts of patients struggling to find affordable care, their passion for improving health outcomes resonating deeply with you. Inspired by their commitment, you feel a sense of urgency to address these pressing issues.
Together with the Harmonia Initiative, you explore the various challenges people face in accessing quality healthcare—from geographical barriers that restrict access to medical facilities to the stigma surrounding mental health that discourages individuals from seeking help. These issues mirror the struggles faced by residents of Vire, where many lack the means to receive adequate care.
The Harmonia Initiative collaborates with community members, encouraging them to embrace a holistic approach to well-being. As you develop your project, consider how your creativity can bring these issues to light. Whether it’s promoting mental health awareness, designing wellness initiatives, or developing strategies for disease prevention, your innovative ideas take shape through workshops and outreach programs. By fostering connections between healthcare providers and patients, your contributions inspire individuals and communities to prioritize their health, empowering them to lead healthier lives.
Project Brief: Good Health and Well-Being Initiative
Create a project that highlights the importance of health and well-being for all ages. Your project can take any form, including technology solutions, visual storytelling, design, or data analysis.
Consider how your work can:
- Illustrate healthcare access disparities and advocate for equitable solutions
- Promote mental health resources and support systems
- Focus on disease prevention and strategies for healthy living
Let your creativity inspire you as you develop a solution that fosters a healthier future for everyone.
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Important Dates
Challenge opens:
December 2, 2024 at 9:00am ET
Challenge closes:
December 8, 2024 at 11:59pm PT
Submission Format
All projects for Mastery Quest: Sustainable Futures will be hosted on GitHub, making it easy to share and explore the amazing ideas you'll create throughout the summit.
All submissions must include:
- A public GitHub link to your project
- A screenshot of your project
- A brief description:
- Project concept
- How it embodies the theme
- Technologies used
- Notable features or challenges
Let's see what you build on GitHub as we work together toward a more sustainable future!
If you’re new to GitHub, now’s the perfect time to dive in! GitHub is a platform that lets you host, share, and collaborate on code—perfect for showcasing your Sustainable Futures project. Check out these resources to get started:
- GitHub for Beginners YouTube playlist
- GitHub’s Getting Started documentation
- A handy Git cheat sheet to guide you along the way.
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Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: Submit your project by December 8.
- How to Submit:
- Submit via email to masteryquests@bletchley.org and use the subject: Wellness for All
- Ensure your project includes the required screenshot and description as specified above.
Judging Criteria
Your submissions will be evaluated based on:
- Creativity: How original, innovative, and imaginative is the project in addressing the challenge?
- Relevance to Theme: How well does the project align with and address the specific focus of the challenge?
- Clarity of Concept: How clearly and effectively does the project communicate its purpose, approach, and potential impact?
