Inspiration Millions of social media interactions happen daily, yet they rarely translate into meaningful social change. We saw a massive opportunity: What if every selfie filter could become a powerful tool for social impact? AR for Equality was born from the vision of transforming digital engagement into tangible support for critical social causes, bridging the gap between online awareness and real-world action. What it does AR for Equality is a groundbreaking platform that:

Enables creators to design AR filters for social impact campaigns Provides a blockchain-powered crowdfunding mechanism Allows users to spread awareness through shareable AR experiences Supports multiple social media platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok Tracks and validates the impact of each campaign and filter

Users can:

Create AR filters tied to specific social causes Donate directly through the platform Share filters to raise awareness Track the real-time impact of their contributions

How we built it We developed a comprehensive solution using cutting-edge technologies:

Developed three core blockchain canisters on the Internet Computer Protocol Created a React frontend with TypeScript for seamless user experience Implemented Privy Web3 authentication for secure user interactions Used Tailwind CSS for responsive, modern design Integrated blockchain mechanisms for transparent donation tracking Built cross-platform AR filter compatibility Implemented detailed impact tracking and reporting systems

The technical architecture focuses on decentralization, transparency, and user-friendly design, combining blockchain technology with augmented reality to create a unique social impact platform. Challenges we ran into

Complex blockchain integration with user-friendly interface design Ensuring cross-platform compatibility for AR filters Creating a secure and transparent donation mechanism Developing an intuitive campaign creation process Managing file uploads and asset management on a decentralized network Implementing real-time impact tracking Balancing technical complexity with user accessibility

Each challenge required innovative solutions, deep technical problem-solving, and a commitment to creating a seamless user experience. Accomplishments that we're proud of

Successfully integrated blockchain technology with AR filter creation Developed a fully functional decentralized platform for social impact Created an intuitive interface that makes social activism accessible Implemented secure, transparent donation mechanisms Supported multiple social media platforms Designed a system that directly connects digital engagement with real-world change Built a scalable solution that can support various social causes Demonstrated the potential of Web3 technologies for social good

This project represents more than just a technological achievement – it's a new approach to social engagement, empowering individuals to make a difference through innovative digital tools.

Built With

  • dfinity-sdk
  • framer-motion
  • internet-computer-protocol
  • jest
  • motoko
  • one-line-list-of-technologies:-typescript
  • privy-web3-auth
  • react
  • react-router
  • shadcn/ui
  • tailwind-css
  • three.js
  • typescript
  • web3
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