Problem
How might we make people who are suffering form loneliness to feel more connected to others?One of the main issues that we found was stress. Most Australians deal and suffer from stress. A main cause for stress is loneliness. We suffer, experience stress and loneliness first hand. Our team wants publicise that it is okay to feel this way and that they are not alone. We found that a light source can help destress and calm people.
Ideal Solution
We created a product called Link Lamp. It is designed to break the distance between two or more people across the world. We would ideally like the lamps to be smart, connected and paired. One person can send a signal to the other which changes the colour of the lamps light, showing that the other person is thinking of them and they are not alone.
Meet the team behind Link Lamp?
We are three students attending Kiera High School who have developed the Link Lamp project with the help of Young Change Agents.
Through our own experiences we have found that knowing that you are not alone is beneficial for our own mental health. We hope to help those who are in need. We strongly believe that a connected and calming light source can help de-stress people.
More than just a product.
Where are we now?
We are currently needing to do more work on the technical side of the product. Including; building on our raspberry pi skills, creating a stronger unit to house the raspberry pi, sourcing more lighting options and a system for controlling the lamps.
What can you help with?
Now that you are on our crowdfunding site, donating even just a small amount will help young people like us be Young Change Agents. Help us make a change.
Please donate to our crowdfunding campaign by selecting a reward from the list. We are grateful for your support.