For a "Rainbow Co-op Internship" that aims to create a diverse coalition of minority social groups and communities aimed at liberation and representation, similar to the Rainbow Coalition created by Fred Hampton, here are the project goals tailored for an internship program, utilizing the mobile app platform "Co-Quest":

Project Title: Rainbow Co-op Internship Program on Co-Quest

Overall Objective

The main goal of this internship is to develop and promote an inclusive and diverse coalition of minority social groups and communities through the mobile app "Co-Quest." This program aims to empower these groups by providing a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action towards liberation and equitable representation.

Specific Goals

1. Community Engagement and Coalition Building:

• Develop strategies to engage various minority communities through the Co-Quest app, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration.
• Organize virtual meetings, discussions, and workshops that encourage interaction and unity among diverse groups.

1. Content Development and Educational Resources:

• Create informative content that highlights the history, goals, and achievements of coalitions like the Rainbow Coalition.
• Develop educational modules and resources that promote understanding of social justice, civil rights, and community activism.

1. App Features and Accessibility:

• Work with developers to enhance the app’s features, ensuring they cater specifically to the needs of a diverse coalition, including multi-language support and accessibility features.
• Implement tools and functionalities that facilitate community organizing, event planning, and secure communication within the app.

1. Promotion and Outreach:

• Design and execute a marketing campaign to attract members from various minority groups to join the coalition through the Co-Quest app.
• Establish partnerships with other organizations and influencers within the social justice sphere to broaden the coalition’s reach and impact.

1. Feedback and Community Involvement:

• Develop mechanisms within the app to collect and analyze feedback from users to continuously improve the platform and its offerings.
• Involve community leaders in the decision-making process to ensure the platform remains relevant and effective in meeting the coalition’s goals.

1. Measurement and Impact Analysis:

• Set up metrics and indicators to measure the engagement and impact of the coalition activities on the Co-Quest app.
• Regularly review these metrics to adjust strategies and improve outcomes.

1. Professional Development and Learning:

• Engage in learning opportunities related to social justice, community organizing, and digital platform management.
• Receive mentorship from leaders in social activism and tech development to build skills relevant to managing and promoting social platforms.

Outcome Expectations

By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to have contributed to the establishment and growth of a diverse coalition on the Co-Quest app. The program should result in a sustainable platform that enables minority groups to collaborate, represent their interests, and drive change towards greater social equity.

1. Initial Orientation and Platform Familiarization

• Understand the Project Scope and Objectives:
• Participate in orientation sessions to grasp the overarching goals and expected outcomes of the Rainbow Co-op project.
• Familiarize with the Co-Quest App:
• Learn how to navigate and use the Co-Quest app, understanding its existing features and potential areas for development.

2. Community Engagement and Coalition Building

• Identify Key Groups and Leaders:
• Compile a list of minority groups and influential leaders who could contribute to and benefit from the coalition.
• Outreach and Connection:
• Reach out to these groups and individuals to introduce the project and invite them to join the coalition.

3. Content Development and Resources

• Create Informative Content:
• Develop content that explains the purpose and history of similar coalitions, the goals of the Rainbow Co-op, and how individuals can get involved.
• Develop Educational Modules:
• Work on educational resources that provide training and information on social justice, community activism, and effective coalition-building techniques.

4. App Enhancement for Coalition Support

• Assess Current App Features:
• Evaluate the existing functionalities of the Co-Quest app to determine what additional features are needed for effective coalition building.
• Suggest and Test New Features:
• Collaborate with app developers to implement new features such as multi-language support, event scheduling, and secure forums for discussion.

5. Marketing and Outreach Campaign

• Plan Marketing Strategies:
• Develop a marketing plan to promote the Rainbow Co-op within the app and across social media platforms to attract new members.
• Execute Campaigns:
• Implement the marketing strategies, monitor engagement, and adjust tactics as necessary to maximize outreach.

6. Feedback Collection and Implementation

• Set Up Feedback Mechanisms:
• Integrate feedback collection tools into the app, allowing users to easily submit suggestions and concerns.
• Analyze and Respond to Feedback:
• Regularly review feedback, discuss with the team, and make necessary adjustments to app features and coalition strategies.

7. Measurement and Analysis of Impact

• Define Metrics for Success:
• Establish clear metrics to measure the engagement and impact of the coalition on the community.
• Monitor and Report Findings:
• Track these metrics, prepare reports, and present findings to the team to help guide future development and strategy.

8. Professional Development

• Engage in Learning Opportunities:
• Attend workshops and seminars on digital platform management, social justice, and community organizing.
• Receive Mentorship:
• Benefit from regular sessions with mentors who are experienced in social activism and tech development.

9. Final Presentation

• Compile a Comprehensive Report:
• Prepare a detailed report on the internship experience, highlighting achievements, challenges, and learnings.
• Presentation to Stakeholders:
• Present the outcomes of the project to stakeholders and discuss potential next steps for the Rainbow Co-op.

students will have access to:

• Trello,

• A dedicated slack channel with access to Organization staff as needed,

• google suite

• Canva

• Github

• Access to user testing groups

• In addition students will have weekly meetings with staff