Samsung has inaugurated a pioneering initiative in Dimapur, Nagaland, introducing design thinking workshops to local schools. As part of the esteemed ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ program, this endeavor aims to cultivate problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity among students through human-centered design thinking.The workshops, tailored for Indian education, target students over 14 years old and are designed to instill an appreciation for design thinking while encouraging them to tackle real-world challenges innovatively. Led by Mr. SP Chun, Corporate Vice President of Samsung Southwest Asia, these workshops are set to foster a culture of innovation among the youth.
The one-day workshop structure encompasses the fundamental principles of design thinking, including empathy, definition, ideation, prototyping, and testing. Students engage in role-plays, interviews, and brainstorming sessions to empathize with users, define core issues, generate ideas, prototype solutions, and test them based on user feedback.Furthermore, the initiative extends beyond the workshops, with ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ offering a platform for students aged 14-17 to submit their ideas addressing the theme of “Community & Inclusion.” The winning team, crowned the “Community Champion,” will receive a substantial seed grant of INR 25 lakh for prototype advancement, alongside other rewards including Samsung products for their school.
With its global reach spanning 63 countries and over 2.3 million participants, ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ aligns with Samsung Electronics’ CSR vision of ‘Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People,’ aiming to empower the leaders of the future through education and innovation. Applications for ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ 2024 are open until May 31, 2024, inviting young minds to join the movement towards a brighter, more innovative future.
