New European Bauhaus Prizes 2023

Initiative category

Identify the award category for which this initiative is being submitted
Reconnecting with nature

Email user
moddfarahani@yahoo.com

Basic information
Initiative title
Digital revolutions in Europe

Full initiative Title
Digital revolutions for people's development

Please provide a short, catchy description of your initiative to be used in communication towards the public.
In Europe, digital revolution has had a significant impact on evonomies, transforming traditional industries and reating new ones as well as changing tye way people interact and access information.

What was the geographical scope of your intiative?
Cross-border/international

Where was your intiative implemented?
Location 1
Kosovo

Location 2
Germany

Member State(s), Western Balkans and other countries
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If relevant, insert names of region(s)/municipality(ies) involved
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Does your initiative address mainly urban or rural issues?
It addresses urban-rural linkages

Does your initiative refer to a physical transformation of the built environment or other types of transformations (hard or soft investments)?
It refers to a physical transformation of the built environment (hard investment)

Has your initiative benefited from EU programmes and/or funds?
No

Has your initiative won an EU prize with a monetary value awarded?
No

Does your initiative has a minimum level of maturity? The minimum level of maturity is exemplified by stakeholder/ initiative promoter commitment to implement the initiative in practice and a clear methodology /approach.
Yes

On whose behalf are you submitting the application?
As an individual
Please provide the contact details for the intiative promoter (the individual or representative of the organisation authorised to represent the intiative).
- First name: Mohamed
  Last name: Farahani
  Gender: Male
  Nationality: Tanzania
  Address (country of permanent residence for individuals or address of the organisation)<br/>Street and number: Mikocheni, Hse No:MKC/MCA/1230
  Town: Dar es salaam
  Postal code: P.O.BOX 12360
  Country: Kosovo
  Direct Tel: +255782804727
  E-mail: moddfarahani@yahoo.com
Social Media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)
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In case my initiative is selected as a finalist of the NEB Prizes 2023, I agree to share the name (individual and/or organisation’s), email address, website and social media accounts indicated above with other NEB Prizes finalists. I also agree to publish the name (individual and/or organisation’s), website and social media accounts indicated above next to the public description of my initiative in the channels of the European Commission.
Yes

How did you hear about the New European Bauhaus Prizes?
Social Media

Description of the initiative
Please provide a summary of your initiative
1. Wide adoption of digital technology
2. Untegration into all aspects of society
3. Transformed traditional industries and created new ones
4. Changed the way people interact and access information
5. Challenged traditional power structures
6. Spurred innovation and growth
7. Great shaped European countries with both positive and negative impacts

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with 5 key words.
Digital revolutions in the field of agriculture

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
Digital revolutions in healthcare sectors

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
Digital revolutions in social services

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
Digital revolutions in the field of education

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
Digital revolutions in the field of transportations

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of sustainability and how these have been/will be met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
The key objectives is harness the power of technology to create a more sustainable and resilient future. This include:
1. Improving resources utilization: Implementing digital solutions to manage resources such as water, food and raw materials more efficiently
2. Improving sustainable transportation: Using digital technology to optimize transportation systems, reduce emissions and encourage the use of electric vehicles and other sustainable modes of transportation.
3. Enhancing sustainable agriculture: Implementing digital solutions to improve the efficiency and sustainability of agricultural practices such as precision farming and the use of drones for crop monitoring

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of aesthetics and quality of experience for people (through design, positive emotions and cultural benefits) and how these have been met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
1. Improving design: by utilizing digital technology to create beautiful, intuitive and user friendly designs that improve the overall experience for people.
2. Enhancing positive emotions: by using digital technology to create engaging, immersive and emotionally rich experiences that bring people joy and satisfaction
3. Promoting cultural benefits: Leveraging digital technology to preserve and promote cultural heritage, arts and traditions and making them accessible to more people.
In order to meet the objective, the following steps can be taken:
1. Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration: Bringing together experts in design technology and culture to create innovative and meaningful digital experiences.
2. Fostering a user-centered approach: Designing digital experiences with the needs and preferences of the end-user in mind and testing and refining solutions to ensure they meet their expectations
3. Promoting diversity and inclusion: Ensuring that digital experiences are accessible and inclusive to all people, regardless of their background, abilities or preferences.
By focusing on the these objectives and taking the necessary steps to meet them, the digital revolution in Europe can help to create a more aesthetically pleasing, culturally rich and emotionally satisfying future for all.

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of inclusion (ranging from accessibility and affordability for all to inclusive governing systems, design for all principles or new societal models) and how these have been met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
The key objective of the digital revolution in Europe with regard to inclusion is to ensure that everyone has access to and can benefit from the opportunities and advancements provided by technology. This includes:
Improve accessibility to all regardless of their physical, cognitive or financial abilities
Increase affordability to everyone including low-income and marginalised communities
Building exclusive governance systems: Developing digital governance systems that are transparent, accountable and participating and that empower all people to participate in decision-making processes
Creating new societal models: that are more inclusive, equitable and sustainable
To meet these objectives, the following steps can be taken:
1.Investing in digital infrastructure such as broadband networks, to ensure that everyone has access to digital technology
2. Promoting digital literacy by providing education and training to help people develop their digital skills they need to participate in the digital economy and society
3. Collaborating with stakeholders including: government, businesses and civil society organisations to create inclusive digital solutions and foster a more inclusive digital future
By focusing on these objectives and taking the necessary steps to meet them, the digital revolution in Europe can help to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all

Please explain the way citizens benefiting from or affected by the initiative and civil society have been/will be involved in the initiative and what has been/will be the impact of this involvement on the initiative
The digital revolution has had a profound impact on citizens and civil society in Europe. On other hand it has provided many benefits to citizens including access to new and innovative services, greater convenience and efficiency and new ways to connect and engage with others.
Civil society has played a critical role in the digital revolution by advocating for policies and initiatives that protect the rights and interests of citizens and promote digital inclusion.
The involvement of civil society has had a significant impact on the development of digital policies and practices in Europe. For example, civil society organisations have been instrumental in advocating for strong privacy and data protection laws which give citizens greater control over their personal data.
Overall, the involvement of civil society has helped to ensure that the digital revolution in Europe serves the public interest, promotes digital inclusion and advances human rights and dignity

Please explain how different stakeholders at various levels (local, regional, national, European) were engaged in the design and implementation of the initiative.
Firstly by determining what their interest and needs are in the project
Then I establish a clear and open communication channels with them to ensure they are informed and updated on the project's progress
Stakeholder's involvement in the design and implementation were through feedback and collaboration.

Please explain which disciplines and/ or knowledge fields were reflected in the design and implementation of your initiative. Please explain how representatives of these different fields interacted with each other, and what the added value of this process was
The design and implementation of this initiative involves a range of disciplines and knowledge fields, including:
1. Technology: The project requires a deep understanding and its capabilities to develop a digital solution that meets the needs of the stakeholders.
2. Business: To ensure that the project is aligned with the goals and objectives of the scenario, the involvement of business experts who can provide insight into the market, competition and customer needs was considered.
3. Project management in insuring that the project is delivered on time , within budget and to the desired quality.
4. User experience design in order to understand the needs of the end-users and to develop a solution that is intuitive and easy to use.
5. Information security were the involvement of experts in information security took place in order to ensure that the solution is secure and complies with relevant regulations.
Representatives from these different fields interact with each other to ensure that the project is successful. For example, the technology team may work with the business team to understand the needs of end-users, while the project management team works with the user experience design team to ensure the project stay on track.
The added value of this is that it brings together different perspectives and expertise to develop a comprehensive solution that takes into account the needs of all stakeholders.
This interdisciplinary approach ensures that the digital revolution project is well-designed, technically sound and aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives

Please highlight the innovative character of the initiative, when compared to mainstream actions in the field of the initiative
The digital revolution initiative can be considered in several ways when compared to mainstream actions in the field:
1. Technological advancement: The digital revolution initiative leverages cutting edge technology and digital solutions to improve processes and drive innovation. This is in contrast to traditional approaches that may rely on outdated technology or manual processes.
2. User-centered design: The initiative prioritizes the needs of the end-users by placing them at the center of the design process.
3. Collaboration and cross-functional teams: The initiative encourages collaboration and cross-functional teams to work together to develop solutions, which is different from traditional approaches where departments may work in silos.
4.Data-driven decision making: The initiative utilizes data and analytics to inform decision making, which is more advanced than traditional approaches that may rely on intuition or gut instincts.
5. Continuous improvement: The initiative is designed ti be a continuous improvement process, with regular reviews and updates to ensure that the solution remains relevant and effective. This is different from traditional approaches that may not have a long-term view or focus on continuous improvement.
These innovative characteristics set the digital revolution initiative apart from traditional approaches and help to drive progress and transform industries

Please describe which elements of your initiative could be replicated or transferred to other places, groups of beneficiaries and contexts. This may involve, for example, aspects of the methodology, technology, processes, products, learnings, etc.
The digital revolution contains several elements that can be replicated or transferred to other places, groups of beneficiaries and contexts, including;
1. Methodology: such as the focus on user-centered design and cross-functional collaboration, can be adapted and applied to other initiatives.
2. Technology: such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and data analytics can be adapted and applied to other contexts as long as they are suitable and relevant to the specific needs of the beneficiaries.
3. Products: such as digital tools and platforms can be adapted and applied to other contexts provided they meet the specific needs of the beneficiaries
4. Process: such as agile project management, continuous improvement, and data driven decision making can be adapted and applied to other initiatives
5. Learnings: such as insights into user behaviour, the importance of collaboration and cross-functional teams and the benefits of data-driven decision making can be applied to other initiatives
By replicating or transferring these elements, it is possible to bring the benefits of the digital revolution initiative to other places, groups of beneficiaries and contexts and drive progress and transformation in these areas as well.

Please describe the methodology or approach used in your initiative.
The methodology used in the digital revolution initiative is often a user-centered, iterative approach that emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement. This methodology typically involves the following steps:
1. Discovery: This phase involves understanding the needs and goals of the stakeholders, conducting market research and defining the problem that the digital revolution initiative will address
2. Design: During this phase, the team works to design a solution that meets the needs of the stakeholders. This may involve prototyping, user testing and iteration to refine the design.
3. Development: In this phase, the solution is developed and built. This may involve writing code, integrating technology and testing the solution to ensure it meets the requirements
4. Deployment: Once solution is developed, it is deployed and made available to stakeholders. This may involve training and support to ensure that the stakeholders are able to effectively use the solution
5. Continuous improvement: This is an ongoing phase where the team continuously monitors and evaluates the solution, gathers feedback from stakeholders and makes improvements to ensure that the solution remains relevant and effective.
This approach emphasizes collaboration and communication between different stakeholders and teams involved in the project and is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the stakeholders. By using this approach, the digital revolution initiative is able to deliver solutions that meet the needs of the stakeholders and drive progress and transformation in the relevant field.

Please explain what kind of global challenges the initiative addresses by providing local solutions
Some of the global challenges that the initiative addresses include:
1. Economic inequality: By providing access to technology, education and job opportunities, the digital revolution initiative can help to close the digital divide and reduce economic inequality.
2. Healthcare: By using digital technologies to improve healthcare delivery, the initiative can help to address global health challenges and improve access to healthcare for people in remote or underserved areas.
3. Education: By providing access to digital learning resources and tools, the initiative can help to improve educational outcomes and close the skills gap.
4. Access to information: By providing access to digital tools and platforms, the initiative can help to increase access to information and knowledge for people around the world.
By addressing these global challenges with local solutions, the digital revolution initiative can have a positive impact on people's lives and contribute to a more sustainable, equitable and connected world

Please detail the scope of progress in the implementation of the initiative. This can include already demonstrated results/outputs related to the chosen Prizes category, and the already achieved benefits from the initiative for direct and indirect beneficiaries. This can also include a development plan of the initiative, with a particular attention to the steps envisaged in the year following the application, and including envisaged results and benefits from the initiative
The scope of progress in the implementation of the digital revolution initiative is vast and varied as it encompasses a wide range of technological advancements and their applications across various industries and sectors. Some of the key areas where progress has been made include:
1. Cloud computing: The widespread adoption of cloud computing has led to increased efficiency and flexibility in data storage and processing.
2. Artificial intelligence and machine learning: AI and ML have been integrated into many industries, leading to improved decision-making and automation of tasks.
3. Internet of Things (IoT): IoT has led to the development of smart devices and systems that can collect and analyze data in real-time.
4. Blockchain technology: Blockchain has found applications in areas such finance, supply chain management and data security.
5. Big Data: The ability to collect, store and process vast amounts of data has enabled organizations to gain new insights and make data-driven decisions
6. 5G networks: The roll-out of 5G networks is expected to significantly enhance the speed and reliability of wireless connections.

Please provide documents that demonstrate the maturity level of the initiative and commitment to implement the initiative in practice (e.g.: evaluation report, final or mid-term initiative report, certification, publications, building permit, grant agreement, letter of support, partnership agreement, etc.)
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PDF
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If relevant, please describe how your initiative contributes to developing new competences, especially in the context of the European competence framework on sustainability.
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