SpotStitch Security Audit

Project: Human City is seeking a comprehensive review of the security protocols and vulnerabilities for our app, SpotStitch. The goal of this project is to ensure that SpotStitch is secure against potential threats and adheres to best practices in cybersecurity. The team will be tasked with identifying any existing vulnerabilities, assessing the effectiveness of current security measures, and recommending improvements. This project will provide learners with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of cybersecurity, risk assessment, and software development to a real-world application. The tasks will include a thorough analysis of the app's codebase, penetration testing, and the evaluation of user authentication processes. Key points: - Identify existing vulnerabilities in the SpotStitch app. - Assess the effectiveness of current security measures. - Recommend improvements to enhance app security. - Apply classroom knowledge of cybersecurity and risk assessment.

Security Audit for Co-Quest App

Project: Human City is seeking a comprehensive security review of its mobile application, Co-Quest. The app, designed to facilitate urban exploration and community engagement, must ensure user data is protected and the system is resilient against potential threats. The goal of this project is to identify and document any security vulnerabilities within the app, assess the effectiveness of current security protocols, and recommend improvements. This project will provide learners with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of cybersecurity, software development, and risk assessment in a real-world context. The tasks will include reviewing the app's codebase, testing for common vulnerabilities, and evaluating the app's compliance with industry security standards. Key tasks include: - Conducting a thorough code review to identify potential security weaknesses. - Performing penetration testing to uncover vulnerabilities. - Evaluating the app's current security protocols and their effectiveness. - Researching and recommending best practices for mobile app security.

Human City Membership Development

Project: Human City aims to modernize urban technological capacities and services by offering cities specialized memberships that facilitate smart city development. The goal of this project is to create a user-friendly, secure, and efficient online portal where city officials can manage their Human City memberships. The portal will provide access to resources, tools, and analytics that support smart city initiatives. This project will allow learners to apply their knowledge in web development, user experience design, and cybersecurity to create a functional and impactful solution. The portal should be intuitive, scalable, and capable of handling sensitive data securely. Key objectives include: - Developing a responsive web interface for city officials to manage memberships. - Integrating data analytics tools to provide insights on smart city initiatives. - Ensuring robust security measures to protect user data. - Creating a user-friendly experience that simplifies navigation and access to resources.

Sustainable Infrastructure Integration Plan

Project: Human City aims to enhance its internal infrastructure to better support environmental projects on its platform, Co-Quest, and educational systems on Lotus Learning. The goal is to integrate sustainable practices and improve project management for community-based environmental initiatives such as community gardens, microgrids, and food processing co-ops. The project will involve a comprehensive review of current systems, identification of gaps, and formulation of a strategic plan to address these gaps. This will enable Project: Human City to more effectively support and scale its environmental projects, fostering greater community engagement and sustainability. Key tasks include: - Reviewing existing infrastructure and educational systems. - Identifying areas for improvement in sustainability and project management. - Outlining a detailed integration plan for sustainable practices. - Proposing enhancements to support community-based environmental projects.

Inclusive Community Planning for Early Years Programs

Project: Human City aims to develop a comprehensive course focused on early years project, program, and co-op planning within its ecosystem. The primary goal is to achieve full family inclusion in community groups, ensuring that all family members, regardless of age or background, can actively participate and benefit from community initiatives. This project will address the need for structured planning and inclusive strategies that can be implemented by community organizers and educators. By integrating classroom knowledge with real-world applications, learners will gain hands-on experience in creating inclusive community programs that cater to diverse family needs. Key objectives include: - Developing a curriculum that emphasizes inclusive planning and community engagement. - Creating strategies for effective family inclusion in community groups. - Designing practical activities and co-op opportunities that promote family participation.

Optimizing Crowd Work Sourcing and Onboarding Processes

Project: Human City has developed an ecosystem for open work on projects, programs, and co-ops through their work direction app, Co-Quest, and learning management system, Lotus Learning. The goal of this project is to optimize public crowd work sourcing methods and onboarding processes for these platforms. The current methods need to be evaluated and improved to enhance efficiency, user experience, and overall effectiveness. This project will provide HR students with the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge in human resource management, recruitment, and onboarding to a real-world scenario. The team will analyze existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and propose actionable improvements. Key objectives include: - Evaluating current crowd work sourcing methods. - Analyzing onboarding processes for project, program, and co-op roles. - Proposing optimized strategies for sourcing and onboarding.

Inclusive Workplace Training Program Development

Project: Human City is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees, including those with disabilities. The goal of this project is to collaborate with our team to develop a comprehensive disability-focused training program for our organization’s employees. This training program aims to educate employees on best practices for inclusivity, accessibility, and support for colleagues with disabilities. Additionally, the project involves reviewing existing internal policies and recommending enhancements to ensure they align with the principles of inclusivity and accessibility. By the end of this project, learners will have created a training module and a set of policy recommendations that will help Project: Human City maintain a more inclusive workplace.

Project: Human City Terms and Conditions Review

The main goal for the project is to have a pre-law student review the terms and conditions for Project: Human City's mobile apps and assess potential liabilities and legal issues that may occur with the use of the mobile apps. This will involve several different steps for the student, including: - Reviewing the terms and conditions for Project: Human City's mobile apps. - Identifying potential liabilities and legal issues that may arise from the use of the mobile apps. - Assessing the current legal framework and regulations related to mobile apps and technology. - Providing recommendations for any necessary updates or changes to the terms and conditions to mitigate potential legal risks.

Cooperative Growth: Building Stronger Foundations on CoQuest

To develop and implement enhanced support mechanisms for cooperatives operating through CoQuest, Implementing strategies aimed at improving governance, member engagement, and operational efficiency, while fostering transparency and accountability.  Expected Outcome:   This proposal will lead to stronger support systems for cooperatives on CoQuest  

Rainbow Co-op Internship

For a "Rainbow Co-op Internship" that aims to create a diverse coalition of minority social groups and communities aimed at liberation and representation, similar to the Rainbow Coalition created by Fred Hampton, here are the project goals tailored for an internship program, utilizing the mobile app platform "Co-Quest": Project Title: Rainbow Co-op Internship Program on Co-Quest Overall Objective The main goal of this internship is to develop and promote an inclusive and diverse coalition of minority social groups and communities through the mobile app "Co-Quest." This program aims to empower these groups by providing a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action towards liberation and equitable representation. Specific Goals Community Engagement and Coalition Building: Develop strategies to engage various minority communities through the Co-Quest app, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Organize virtual meetings, discussions, and workshops that encourage interaction and unity among diverse groups. Content Development and Educational Resources: Create informative content that highlights the history, goals, and achievements of coalitions like the Rainbow Coalition. Develop educational modules and resources that promote understanding of social justice, civil rights, and community activism. App Features and Accessibility: Work with developers to enhance the app’s features, ensuring they cater specifically to the needs of a diverse coalition, including multi-language support and accessibility features. Implement tools and functionalities that facilitate community organizing, event planning, and secure communication within the app. Promotion and Outreach: Design and execute a marketing campaign to attract members from various minority groups to join the coalition through the Co-Quest app. Establish partnerships with other organizations and influencers within the social justice sphere to broaden the coalition’s reach and impact. Feedback and Community Involvement: Develop mechanisms within the app to collect and analyze feedback from users to continuously improve the platform and its offerings. Involve community leaders in the decision-making process to ensure the platform remains relevant and effective in meeting the coalition’s goals. Measurement and Impact Analysis: Set up metrics and indicators to measure the engagement and impact of the coalition activities on the Co-Quest app. Regularly review these metrics to adjust strategies and improve outcomes. Professional Development and Learning: Engage in learning opportunities related to social justice, community organizing, and digital platform management. Receive mentorship from leaders in social activism and tech development to build skills relevant to managing and promoting social platforms. Outcome Expectations By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to have contributed to the establishment and growth of a diverse coalition on the Co-Quest app. The program should result in a sustainable platform that enables minority groups to collaborate, represent their interests, and drive change towards greater social equity.

Layer Api Developer

The primary objective of this project is to design and implement a robust cross-platform Layers API that will serve as the backbone for managing user-generated content across the P:HC ecosystem. This API will enable seamless integration and interaction between different platforms, ensuring a consistent and efficient user experience. The API will facilitate the storage, retrieval, and synchronization of user data, including preferences, game progress, and customized content, across various devices and platforms. In addition to the API development, a key component of this project involves the frontend development of Co-Quest, a new feature within the ecosystem. The role responsible for this will focus on creating a user-friendly interface that supports the dynamic and interactive elements of Co-Quest. This will include developing responsive layouts, integrating the Layers API to fetch and display user data, and implementing interactive design elements that enhance user engagement and satisfaction. Together, these efforts will not only improve the functionality and reach of the P:HC ecosystem but also enhance the overall user experience by providing a cohesive and integrated environment for both existing and new features.

Drive and Deliver: Optimizing the Delivery/Ride-Sharing Co-op

To develop and implement strategic improvements for the Delivery/Ride-Sharing Co-op on CoQuest, aimed at increasing operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and market competitiveness.  Expected Outcome:   A revamped operational model that enhances service efficiency and customer engagement, positioning the co-op as a preferred choice in the delivery/ride-sharing market.  

Multi-Media Internship

this Project aims to develop the media profile of Project: Human City, there are 5 different designer roles offered at this time: videographer and editor, in this project you will plan, shoot and edit P:HC on the Street Videos in downtown Toronto Spotstitch Avatar Designer, in this project you will design Spotstitch Avatars for users to build custom avatars for game play Social media Manager, in this role you will design media content for instagram, TikTok, Facebook and schedule content posting Blender Designer, in this project you will design game assets for P:HC's game for "Regenquest" Game Design Manager, in this project you will design and manage the development of Regenquest and develop the gameplay mechanics

Urban Data Analyst Internship

The main goal of this project is to create profiles and archetypes for how people utilize space and how that is or can be communicated through data. These profiles should clearly indicate how different roles data uses in order to impact the use and optimisation of space. This project should result in a detailed guide for the application of data on the choices of people navigating cities, a framework for conducting further research and data collection methods, a catalog of literature that supports or explains the use of public space and its socialized uses. 

Ground Up: Expanding Yard Care and Skilled Labor Services

A brief background - The Yard Care/Skilled Labor Co-op provides essential services to the community. This proposal aims to scale these services, improving both reach and quality through strategic initiatives. main objective - To expand the Yard Care/Skilled Labor Co-op, focusing on service diversification, quality enhancement, and community engagement  Expected Outcome:   An expanded and more efficient Yard Care/Skilled Labor Co-op that effectively meets the needs of its community, providing high-quality and diverse services.  

Play Together: Revitalizing the Recreation Co-op

To develop the Recreation Co-op into a thriving community hub for recreational activities, focusing on user engagement and diverse activity offerings.  Expected Outcome:    A revitalized Recreation Co-op that serves as a key community resource, offering a wide range of activities that cater to diverse interests.

Play Together: Revitalizing the Recreation Co-op

To develop the Recreation Co-op into a thriving community hub for recreational activities, focusing on user engagement and diverse activity offerings.  Expected Outcome:    A revitalized Recreation Co-op that serves as a key community resource, offering a wide range of activities that cater to diverse interests.

Drive and Deliver: Optimizing the Delivery/Ride-Sharing Co-op

To develop and implement strategic improvements for the Delivery/Ride-Sharing Co-op on CoQuest, aimed at increasing operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and market competitiveness.  Expected Outcome:    A revamped operational model that enhances service efficiency and customer engagement, positioning the co-op as a preferred choice in the delivery/ride-sharing market.

Cooperative Growth: Building Stronger Foundations on CoQuest

To develop and implement enhanced support mechanisms for cooperatives operating through CoQuest, Concentrating on enhancing governance, boosting member involvement, and increasing operational efficiency is crucial.  Expected Outcome:    he proposal is designed to enhance the support infrastructure for cooperatives within the CoQuest platform.

Collaborative Success: Enhancing Project Support on CoQuest

To develop a framework for enhancing internal team and group support mechanisms on the CoQuest platform, focusing on improving coordination, communication, and productivity among project teams.  Expected Outcome:    This proposal will lead to the development of a refined project support system within CoQuest, facilitating better internal team support and improving overall project efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaborative Success: Enhancing Project Support on CoQuest

To develop a framework for enhancing internal team and group support mechanisms on the CoQuest platform, focusing on improving coordination, communication, and productivity among project teams.  Expected Outcome:    This proposal will lead to the development of a refined project support system within CoQuest, facilitating better internal team support and improving overall project efficiency and effectiveness.

MeshStore Initiative: Leveraging E-commerce and ICO for Meshwork Platform

     This proposal aims to design a strategic management plan for the MeshStore, an online store that will market products while gifting MeshCoins as part of an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) to support the Meshwork platform's fundraising efforts.    Expected Outcome:      The MeshStore will serve as a critical component of the fundraising strategy for the Meshwork platform. It is expected to: - Generate significant initial and ongoing funds for the platform. - Increase the circulation and utility of MeshCoins within the ecosystem. - Enhance the visibility and user engagement of the Meshwork platform.

Unlocking Value: Strategic Exploration of Business Opportunities on CoQuest

 Background:    As a digital platform, CoQuest offers a unique ecosystem for decentralized projects, programs, and cooperatives. This proposal aims to explore how businesses can utilize these features to develop new market strategies and competitive advantages.  Objective:    The primary objective of this proposal is to investigate and identify potential business opportunities on the CoQuest platform, emphasizing how it can be leveraged to enhance revenue generation, partner collaboration, and market expansion. This proposal will provide a strategic business analysis that identifies lucrative opportunities for utilizing CoQuest in various sectors. The results will include a detailed report outlining potential business models, partnership opportunities, and recommendations for market entry strategies.

MeshStore Initiative: Leveraging E-commerce and ICO for Meshwork Platform

This proposal aims to design a strategic management plan for the MeshStore, an online store that will market products while gifting MeshCoins as part of an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) to support the Meshwork platform's fundraising efforts.   Expected Outcome:      The MeshStore will serve as a critical component of the fundraising strategy for the Meshwork platform. It is expected to: - Generate significant initial and ongoing funds for the platform. - Increase the circulation and utility of MeshCoins within the ecosystem. - Enhance the visibility and user engagement of the Meshwork platform.

Urban Data Analyst Internship

The main goal of this project is to create profiles and archetypes for how people utilize space and how that is or can be communicated through data. These profiles should clearly indicate how different roles data uses in order to impact the use and optimisation of space. This project should result in a detailed guide for the application of data on the choices of people navigating cities, a framework for conducting further research and data collection methods, a catalog of literature that supports or explains the use of public space and its socialized uses. 

Spotstitch x Nomadic Mapping System PHASE 1

The Goal of this project is to create the base for a dynamic mapping system, leveraging google maps, students are expected to: build-out the community group creation process to enable neighborhoods with uniquely drawn borders,  landmark carding,  photo geotagging (with unique sorting design based on spatial overlays),  Post requests (with boundaries like time, pin location, active radius/interaction radius, bounties - option for payments, if team has capacity, beta ui can include and team will integrate with other projects or internal work) Accept requests spatial overlay filters based on group assets and social mapping features like a scavenger hunt feature created from the base features mentioned previously.  This set of features would enable the mobile app to host community networks on single spatial overlays creating a stacked ecosystem for multiple different types of organizations and networks. Please see the attached proposal to get better context on the network design of Spotstitch.

Project: Human City Consultancy

The main goal for the project is to engage University of East London learners in a real-world consultancy project with Project: Human City. The focus areas for the consultancy project include marketing strategy enhancement, project management optimization, human resources development, and supply chain optimization. The aim is for students to apply their skills and knowledge to analyze Project: Human City's needs, conduct in-depth research, and provide actionable recommendations through presentations and a final consultancy project report.

Project: Human City

The project goal is to engage students from the First Nations University of Canada to provide strategic Human Resource & Industrial Relations solutions for Project: Human City. Through comprehensive reports and presentations, students will apply their skills in areas such as performance management, job analysis, and talent acquisition to address real-world challenges faced by collaborating businesses.

Project: Human City Marketing Co-op

The main goal for the project is to provide students from Fanshawe College's Business - Marketing Co-op program with practical, hands-on experience through program-related projects or Co-op placements. Students will apply their marketing skills to address real-world business challenges, such as developing marketing plans, conducting market research, and delivering sales presentations. These experiences contribute to students' professional development and prepare them for entry-level roles in marketing and sales upon graduation. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: - Collaborating with Project: Human City to understand their bioethics goals and mission. - Developing marketing plans that align with Project: Human City's values and objectives. - Conducting market research to identify target audiences and potential partnerships. - Creating and delivering sales presentations to promote Project: Human City's initiatives. - Working on Co-op placements to gain hands-on experience in marketing and sales.

Project: Human City Business Management Collaboration

The main goal for the project is to provide businesses with dedicated learners from Fanshawe College's Business Management program to address challenges in marketing, HR, sales, leadership, or accounting. The students will apply their skills to deliver tailored solutions and recommendations, enhancing their learning experience while providing valuable insights to participating businesses. The project aims to support the People Planning Project's vision for global establishment of IoT infrastructure, free access to the Internet, a global standardized free education system, social learning, environmental stewardship, and equal opportunity for all.