For the Global Awareness minor, I, together with a fellow design student, initiated a community
project for the NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) Live Now Foundation in Ghana over the
course of four months. Using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, we worked closely
with the local population to establish a successful gym. Through a needs assessment, it became clear
that this was the most feasible and desired initiative for the people in the village. Due to cultural
differences and the lack of local production resources, we often had to think quickly and creatively to
overcome challenges.