“Chiang Mai Province” is considered to be one of the most famous tourist destinations in Thailand where tourists Whether Thai or foreign, everyone wants to come to travel here. This makes “Chiang Mai” especially in the area of Chiang Mai municipality. It has become one of the important landmarks that are quite ready in terms of tourism. which is an important engine of economic development in the area and the country
but who knows the other side people of Chiang Mai are facing limitations in terms of well-being Because of the survey of important health potential of Chiang Mai by the Institute of Public Policy. Chiang Mai University found that even today, Chiang Mai will organize health activities for the city. The economic value is as high as 14,270 million baht, representing 5.5 percent of the economic value of the province. but found some people in Chiang Mai More than 12.95 percent of the total population of Chiang Mai is sick and in the status of inpatients, which is higher than the national average of 11.23 percent. There is also an elderly population. This reflects that Are the health standards of Chiang Mai people sufficient?
According to the results of the survey on the needs and problems in providing services related to health promotion in urban areas. by the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) or ETDA (ETDA) in collaboration with the Public Policy Institute Chiang Mai University and Techsauce Media in January 2023 also found important information that In addition to health problems Chiang Mai still has a problem with cleanliness, especially in public areas. Whether it is a market, a road, which is an important tourist attraction where people often gather. In addition, in terms of health, there are still problems with dust, smoke and chemical residues in food. Also, access to health services has been delayed. All these problems affect both service users and service providers. and both for Chiang Mai residents and tourists
Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) or ETDA (ETDA), Ministry of Digital Economy and Society that plays an important role in promoting safe and secure electronic transactions for Thai people There is an application of digital technology to improve life to be ready to support the future world with confidence. therefore has focused on the importance of creating good health for the city people That covers from the matter of well-being, health and diet. Through innovations that will help accelerate efficiency in the above issues.
ETDA therefore cooperates with partners. National Innovation Agency (NIA), Public Policy Institute Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai City Municipality, Suan Dok Medical Innovation District (SMID) and Techsauce Media launch activities. “Hack for GOOD Well-Being Creation, Good Innovation, Good City, Good Life” to give people the opportunity to have fire Every group presents ideas, technologies, innovations, platforms, applications, etc., contest ideas, compete to find the best innovations that will solve problems and develop the city and promote the living of Chiang Mai people and tourists who visit Chiang Mai. to have a better quality of life and well-being to win prizes total value over 1 million baht
Under the most challenging established from the problems of the city for the people of the city, and it is necessary to rely on innovative ideas that will help solve problems and improve the quality of life of people here as follows:
Good Home – The house (city) is clean, good.
Innovation changes the city of Chiang Mai. By raising the standards of hygiene and cleanliness of the area.
Problem encountered: uncleanness of public areas. Including the hygiene of community sources such as markets, roads, various deterioration points, etc.
Good Healthcare – Good Health Services
Innovation to enhance health services for people in Chiang Mai to access health services more conveniently and quickly without having to risk exposure to Covid-19
Problems encountered: There are problems in obtaining health services that require long periods of time for the service recipients. to wait for service and have complicated procedures
Good Food for Health – Good Food for Eating
Innovation that will help food in Chiang Mai to be promoted in a way for more health From the source of raw materials, chemical-free to a variety of foods that will improve the health of consumers
Issues encountered: Food and market products are still contaminated with large amounts of chemicals or residues.
Candidate Qualifications
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There is a clear agency affiliation. Be a Thai juristic person
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Residing in Thailand during the project
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able to participate in activities throughout the project
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Apply for a team format of 4-5 people, each of whom has only one team name.
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One of the team members has a background in software development.
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Innovation applying for the project Must be innovative or build upon original innovations or being an innovator on their own
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The proposed innovations are consistent with the problems announced in the project.
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The proposed innovation or composition (image, sound, content) must be a work that does not infringe copyright. and intellectual property of others
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Able to present works in Thai or English
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Must be able to participate in on-site activities at the locations specified by the project. both in Bangkok and Chiang Mai
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willing to accept the decision Including criteria, conditions for judging in all respects
scoring criteria
problems and solutions
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The ideas or innovations presented are consistent with solving the problems announced by the project.
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The proposed concept or solution is applied with technology or innovation. and is consistent with the target group To solve the problem directly, it must be a new innovation or an extension of the existing innovation that has already been developed.
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The proposed concept or solution is interesting or novel.
readiness and potential
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The concept or solution presented is feasible. can actually happen
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readiness of the team
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Have a clear business plan
Note: The top 15 teams with total scores are the teams that qualify for the project round. And the consideration of the committee is final.
Awards for winners
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1st Prize: Cash prize 400,000 baht with plaque and certificate
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2nd runner-up: prize money 300,000 baht with plaque and certificate
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3rd runner-up prize: 150,000 baht prize money with plaque and certificate
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2 judges’ favorite prizes, 75,000 baht each, with certificates
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Five winning teams will receive AWS Credits, along with the opportunity to test their innovations with local audiences and support from other partners.
Event schedule
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Applications open: 21 February – 15 March 2023
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Announcement of 15 teams: 23 Mar. 2023
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Open House Event: 28 Mar. 2023
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Workshop Activity No. 1: 20 Apr. 2023
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2nd workshop activity: 21 Apr. 2023
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Consulting activity: 22 Apr. 2023
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Final competition activities: 27-29 Apr. 2023
If you think you have items and have a team ready to go! Let’s come together to solve problems and help Chiang Mai people by innovating together with us. Together we will create good innovations. to help the city well and for the good life of Chiang Mai people
Applications for participation in the activity are now open from 21 February until 15 March 2023 For those who are interested can apply for participation in the activity at : https://www.etda.or.th/th/hackforgood
For more information, please contact [email protected]
or call 02-286-7646, 06-4658-9500
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