Making an Interactive AR book for donors, helping Empower Mali non-profit

Derek Balkman
Aug 25, 2022

In 2021 I contacted the nonprofit Empower Mali. They have many amazing projects happening in Mali, Africa. I brainstormed how I could help.

Started with the idea of creating augmented books for donors. They can learn about the company by watching videos, seeing 360 tours, jumping on their website… All in the books that were sent to them.

Next, I would like to get over there and get Virtual Reality footage so people can really feel like they are walking in their shoes. Understand these beautiful people and their struggles.

Another project I proposed would be using beacon technology to help with getting them access to educational experiences.

We are just starting and brainstorming the possibilities. Excited to help EmpowerMali.

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Derek Balkman

I am a student studying Interaction Design, UX/IxD/UI and Product Design at Utah Vally University. I enjoy photography, creating VR, and making things better.