Poverty Design

Design for Poverty International Contest 2008

Calling all you talented designers out there - a competition to help beat poverty.

Get designing to beat poverty - Yanko Design wants you to put on your thinking caps on.

Poverty is a huge problem and each one of us can help, just choose aspect of it and get designing.

What can you come up with that could make a difference?

The competition closes on October 10th 2008 so be quick, put your skills and ideas to the best use ever.

Sustainable Design
Designers have the opportunity to create products and solutions that address poverty while also being environmentally friendly and sustainable.
Social Impact Design
Designers can use their skills to create innovative solutions that have a positive social impact and improve the lives of those living in poverty.
Human-centric Design
Designers can focus on creating products and services that are specifically tailored to the needs and challenges faced by individuals living in poverty.

Who This Affects Most

Product Design
Product designers have the opportunity to create innovative and affordable products that address the needs of individuals living in poverty.
Architecture
Architects can design housing solutions and community spaces that are affordable, sustainable, and accessible for individuals living in poverty.
Technology
The technology industry can develop innovative solutions and platforms that help alleviate poverty by providing access to education, healthcare, and financial services.
SCORE
1.5 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 1%
Activity 35%
Freshness 8%