[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

Cardano Peace Marathon 1.0 will blend education & sports to onboard at least 100+ athletes unto the Cardano ecosystem during phase 1 of this project. Getting athletes to do what they enjoy best will secure their maximum attention and participation.

Cardano Peace Marathon 1.0 will use marathon events to attract at least 500+ athletes all over the country who will convene in the city of Tamale to be educated on cardano ecosystem, project catalyst and all they need to know about blockchain technology as well as the need to promote and maintain peace wherever they find themselves.

These marathon events will engage athletes in both mental and physical competitions all aimed at educating them about the cardano ecosystem.

Participants will be made to register and participate in the Educational sessions before the main Marathon event. Quiz competition will be organized at the end of the Education sessions with awards given to the best.

This project will have a direct impact on athletes and the general public. The peace messages that will be preach alongside the events will appeal to the Ghana Peace Council as well as all peace loving individuals.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

Organizing Cardano Peace Marathon 1.0 will have the following positive impact on the wider Cardano community

• Onboarding at least 100+ athletes to take part in ecosystem activities

• Provide timely education for athletes who knew nothing about the Cardano ecosystem.

• Promote peace in the country which is very vital to achieve Cardano regional expansion.

• Putting Cardano on the spot light in Ghana thereby making it a household name.

  [CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

This project will be executed by a team that have a combined experience of 35+ years in varied fields. The team also has a proven track record in curriculum development & implementation, event organizing and IT training.

Jeremiah Baani, our lead educator/facilitator has some appreciable years of experience when it comes to providing education about the cardano ecosystem and blockchain. He was the Lead facilitator/organizer of Cardano summit 2022 in Tamale which was organized very successfully.

Benjamin Baani has also been involved in several activities in the cardano ecosystem. He was among the key speakers at the Cardano summit 2022 held in Tamale.

Yehuza Mohammed is a professional cyclist and IT instructor. He is currently the Secretary for the Northern Regional Cycling Association.

Kojo Owusu Appiah is a curriculum development officer and a cardano enthusiast who has been actively involved in catalyst activities in three funding rounds. He is also an educator who has 10+ years in the education sector. He is able to effectively teach students to understand concepts in a unique way.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

1. Informing and attaining approval from Tamale Metropolitan Assembly.
2. Getting police permit from the Northern Regional Police Command.

>Getting relevant government agencies to collaborate with execute the project will be our second milestone. Agencies such as the

• Ghana cycling association
• Ghana tourism authority
• Ghana ambulance / Red Cross

>Registering 500+ athletes to take part in the event.

>Organizing an educational forum about the Cardano ecosystem for all participating athletes.

>1. Organizing a quiz competition for athletes who attended the educational forum. 2. Organizing the main marathon event with mammoth attendance will be our final milestone

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Jeremiah Baani, our lead educator/facilitator has some appreciable years of experience when it comes to providing education about the cardano ecosystem and blockchain. He was the Lead facilitator/organizer of Cardano summit 2022 in Tamale which was organized very successfully. He will be responsible for educating and informing athletes about Cardano and the opportunities it has to offer.

Benjamin Baani

. He will also be part of the key speakers in the workshops prior to the main event.

Yehuza Mohammed is a professional cyclist. He is currently the Secretary for the Northern Regional Cycling Association. He will be engaged with organizing the cycling marathon in collaboration with the necessary statutory bodies.

Kojo Owusu Appiah

He will be the main manager of all the events. He will be responsible for securing permits, registering athletes, securing radio and Tv slots for advertisements and talk shows

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Below is the breakdown of how funds will be utilized

1. Administrative & permit fees = 6000
2. Marathon venue rental = 5000
3. Police escort fees = 3000
4. Branding /Promotion/Publicity (Tv & Radio) = 14000
5. Printing of 500 T. shirts and other paraphernalia = 2000
6. Rental of educational workshop space = 3500
7. Refreshment for athletes= 4000
8. Marathon logistics = 123000
9. Marathon Awards for top 20 participants = 20000
10. Incentives for 50 volunteers= 5000
11. Allowances for resource persons = 6000
12. T & T = 5000
13. Documentation = 2500
14. Contingencies = 1000
15. Total = 200000

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

When this project is executed successfully with the stated budget, the following will be the resultant benefit to the cardano ecosystem;

• Increased awareness of Cardano ecosystem among athletes in Ghana and west Africa

• Onboarding of 100+ athletes unto Cardano ecosystem and project catalyst during phase 1

• Increased staking activities on the Cardano blockchain by athletes and the general public

• Cardano will be officially recognized as an organization that promotes and upholds peace.