Johnsoncindy/WayFinder

WayFinder transforms smartphones into AI-powered navigation assistance for blind and visually impaired individuals in Liberia, providing free access to independence through technology. # **WayFinder - AI Vision Assistant** *Social Good Project Documentation* --- ## **PROJECT OVERVIEW** ### **Mission Statement** WayFinder transforms smartphones into AI-powered navigation assistance for blind and visually impaired individuals in Liberia, providing free access to independence through technology. ### **Social Impact Goals** - **Accessibility**: Free, open-source solution for visual navigation - **Independence**: Enable autonomous mobility for blind users - **Community**: Build local support network and training programs - **Innovation**: Pioneer AI accessibility solutions in West Africa --- ## **FUNDING & SUSTAINABILITY MODEL** ### **Funding Strategy** - **Grants**: WHO, UN Disability Rights, Gates Foundation, local NGOs - **Donations**: Community fundraising, international accessibility organizations - **Partnerships**: Tech companies (Google.org, Microsoft AI for Good) - **Open Source**: Community contributions, volunteer developers ### **Cost Structure (Grant-Funded)** - **Development**: Volunteer + grant-funded development team - **Infrastructure**: Minimal cloud costs for model updates - **Community**: Local training programs and support - **Hardware**: Donated/subsidized smartphones for users in need ### **Distribution Strategy** - **Free App**: Available on iOS/Android app stores - **Community Centers**: Installation and training at local organizations - **Healthcare Partnership**: Distribution through hospitals and clinics - **Government Support**: Ministry of Health and Social Welfare collaboration --- ## **IMMEDIATE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN** ### **Repository Setup: WayFinder** ```bash # GitHub repository structure wayfinder/ ├── mobile-app/ # Expo React Native app ├── ai-models/ # TensorFlow Lite models ├── documentation/ # Project docs and user guides ├── community/ # User feedback and testing └── grants/ # Grant applications and reports ``` ### **Development Approach** - …