Droning in Mongolia
GCMC is a small ngo that works to “ promotes community mapping as a planning, awareness and outreach tool to advocate for sustainable, participatory and eco-friendly solutions to address local urban problems.” Although a small organization with just three people, (Batdorj, Anu and Oogi, some of the loveliest people during my whole Watson trip) their work was paramount in aiding various government offices make data-driven decisions and hold officials accountable.
Power Of Local
My time with Tanzania Flying Labs was one-of-a-kind. I was part of this small yet crucial organization, making giant steps towards building robotics capacity in the country. The team allowed me to connect with people from grass root levels to national conservation organizations and see how they are trying to use drones to better their community.
Watson Proposal
I will travel to rural areas where local technicians and organizations are engaging with rural communities to understand the positive impact of drones. I will learn how organizations form relationships with local communities to assess and integrate this growing technology platform.
Watson Personal Statement
At an early age, I developed a passion for building things and seeing how technology could add value to daily life. I see the real potential for me to direct my passion for creation and technology and put these to use, particularly drone technology at a time where Bhutan’s development is intensifying my commitment to help its advancement efforts.