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Tech Sakhi
Tech Sakhi
Tech Sakhi
Empowering Rural Women Against Cybercrimes with Multilingual Support
Project Overview
TechSakhi is a transformative platform dedicated to empowering women, especially from rural areas, against cybercrimes. It offers comprehensive support through awareness programs, immediate assistance, and community engagement, all while emphasizing digital literacy. With multilingual accessibility, TechSakhi ensures inclusivity and provides resources in various languages, adapting to evolving online threats. By fostering a supportive community, it serves as a vital ally in creating safer online environments for women everywhere.
Timeline
Nov - Dec 23
Team
Vijay Gulani
Rahul Singh
Shashank Sharma
Tools
Figma
WordPress
Discipline
User Research
Web Design
Prototyping
Accessibility
problem space
Rural women face cybercrime risks due to limited digital literacy and language barriers.
TechSakhi serves women and LGBTQIA+ individuals from rural and suburban areas.
98% of TechSakhi users rely on mobile devices and may be tech-illiterate.
User Research
Rural Women’s Cybercrime Challenges
Understanding the Demographics
AGE GROUP
18 to 24
Years
Location
India
Rural & Sub-urban
geNDER
Female & LGBTQIA
Education
8th Grade to Graduate
Languages
Hindi, Marathi, English, Tamil, Bangla
Persona's
Sakshi
JOB-FRAUD VICTIM
AGE
23 Years
GENDER
Female
Marital Status
Single
LOCATION
Khed, Ratnagiri
OCCUPATION
Un-employed
BACKGROUND
Sakshi, a recent graduate seeking employment, found a job opportunity online. After applying, she received an offer from a company but was later asked to pay Rs 5000 for a mandatory uniform. Despite paying, her attempts to communicate with the company were ignored, leaving her concerned and unanswered.
NEEDS & GOALS
Secure Employment
Avoid Scams
Seek Guidance
PAIN POINTS
Scammed, Financial Loss
Fear, Trust Issues
Limited Knowledge
Laxmi
HARRASSMENT VICTIM
AGE
23 Years
GENDER
Female
Marital Status
Single
LOCATION
Durgapur, West Bengal
OCCUPATION
Customer support officer
BACKGROUND
Laxmi, a call center representative in Durgapur, West Bengal, faced a distressing situation when her ex-boyfriend threatened to share her private images on social media during her commute home. Overwhelmed with fear and unsure of whom to turn to, she was deeply concerned about the potential damage to her and her family's reputation.
NEEDS & GOALS
Ensure Safety
Prevent Privacy Violations
Seek Legal, Emotional Support
PAIN POINTS
Fear, Anxiety
Lack of Support
Privacy, Reputation Concerns
Siddhi
FINANCIAL FRAUD VICTIM
AGE
32 Years
GENDER
Female
Marital Status
Married
LOCATION
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
OCCUPATION
Self-Employed
BACKGROUND
Siddhi, a boutique owner in Jodhpur, recently ordered clothing for her store from a seemingly legitimate website with attractive prices. However, she became suspicious when she received a confirmation email from an unfamiliar address and noticed the site lacked customer reviews and essential contact information.
NEEDS & GOALS
Avoid Online Scams
Identify Fake Websites
E-commerce, Net-banking Safety
PAIN POINTS
Fear, Trust Issues
Financial Loss,
Guidance
Wire - Framing
Rural Women’s Cybercrime Challenges
Wireframing for TechSakhi involves creating detailed, low-fidelity designs to map out the user interface and interactions. These wireframes serve as a visual blueprint, illustrating the layout, structure, and functionality of key features. This stage focuses on organizing content and navigation to ensure a user-friendly experience, laying the foundation for a more refined and effective cybersecurity platform.
Final Design
Bringing Tech Sakhi to Life
The final design of TechSakhi integrates user feedback and research insights to create an intuitive, accessible platform for rural women. It features a clean, user-friendly interface with multilingual support, ensuring ease of navigation and inclusivity. The design emphasizes key functionalities such as educational resources, immediate support, and community engagement, all while addressing cybercrime challenges effectively. This polished solution aims to empower users and provide a safer online experience.
call to actions
language change button
Panic Button
Enable easy access with universal
Call & Message buttons for
seamless navigation.