Social projects whose ideas were put into practice can be distinguished primarily by the priority goal they pursue. In the second, they differ in the degree and quality of influence on the life of society.
In fairness, it is worth noting that the ideas of social projects cover many areas of human life. It is not always possible to observe the “ideality” of priority goals.
Priorities and Goals
Social projects, the ideas of which can be called truly social, priority goals have, as is commonly believed, a significant improvement in society. For example, in the summer season in many cities, active and proactive people organize and successfully carry out for several years a city ​​social project called “Ran”. Its essence is described in more detail below, and now it is important to mention the results. In just one millionaire city, more than 100,000 people voluntarily took part in this kind of project. More than half of the people reached the finish line, while running over 300 kilometers in total for 3 months! Social projects whose ideas meet such a response, really change the life of society for the better.
One can only imagine how many people have become healthier, what a beneficial effect was exerted on the younger generation by running parents or relatives. As a result of participation in the project, many people have a useful habit of dealing with themselves and their health systematically. New like-minded friends appear with them, with whom it is easier and more fun to move forward.
"Antisocial" project
“Trolley of happiness” - this is the name of a “social” project that has been put into practice, which even won prizes in the competition on this topic. For his stated goals - the modernization of higher education through the development of an ecosystem of innovation.
The project managers, based on the published information, set themselves rather prosaic tasks. Implementing the “Trolley of Happiness”, they wanted to intensify the educational process, conduct training for masters and publicly defend themselves in the competition for such projects.
What's up
In fact, the university turned to the city electric power station with the proposal: “And let us decorate your trolleybuses with the forces of our students, and together we will call this a social project?” No sooner said than done. 4 trolleybuses were allocated, students in their free time designed them for free, invited musicians, wrote to the press - you're done! 4 motley trolleybuses, really beautiful, drive around the city and represent traveling mini-exhibitions of various subjects - a festive orientation, romantic, patriotic ...
How has the life of the city changed? Fundamentally nothing. How did the energy and money spent by people, students, and teachers modernize the higher education system? Fundamentally nothing. How has the eco-innovation system developed with the help of a trolleybus that has existed for over 100 years? It is not known for certain. Has the city’s life improved significantly as a result of the project? It can hardly be said so.
General alternative
“Run” is one of the real projects that could be called truly social. Its essence is that a person who wants to run in the morning is registered on social networks. He makes a certain small cash contribution and then runs 100 days in a row.
After each lesson, according to the rules of the project, you must upload your photos "in the process" and the selected route. In the absence of such "evidence" data, the participant was expelled without a refund. Of course, the rules also provided for such various small details as skipping a run for good reason and other similar moments, but the basic rules are simple as twice as two.
After the project, the available amount of money was divided between the remaining participants. Interestingly, they received back an amount 50% higher than the amount deposited. After the project, many did not abandon their useful habits and continued to run in established groups even without a project, waiting for the next massive “race”. So with the help of the project, people became healthier, and society united, and the younger generation set a good example.
More examples
“Nochlezhka” and “Virtual Market” are social projects, ideas and examples of which could also be attributed to true social ones. They are implemented at the expense of charitable organizations and using the intellectual resources of youth.
The first project is a network of shelters for the homeless. A map has been created that shows the specific addresses of places where you can eat, spend the night or receive medical or legal assistance. For multi-million megalopolises, such a project significantly improves the social situation - there are fewer robberies, the overall crime rate is reduced, and there is less load on law enforcement agencies. In addition, the project allows more or less tolerably control the situation with the homeless in the city and even in some way affects the situation.
The second project allows you to place and see help requests on an interactive city map. It would seem nothing like that. Who cares? But in fact, the application turned out to be very popular - because it solved the main communication problem by linking those who need help and those who can provide it. Moreover, anyone can join the project. He will be aware of the requests around him and will have a convenient opportunity to take help if something happens.
Youth sphere
An important role in popularizing social projects is played by the ideas of social projects aimed at students and pupils. They allow you to increase the employment of this active segment of the population, to develop a sense of patriotism and to show personal potential in many areas.
It should be noted that the ideas of social projects for youth are diverse. They relate, for example, to the world of work. This is the organization of construction teams or activities to prevent neglect and juvenile delinquency. Projects can be aimed at youth recreation, intercultural interaction and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle in practice.
Cultural sphere
The ideas of social projects, examples of which can be found in the field of culture, are usually the most noticeable. They are supported by the state through government grants.
It is not always possible to call creative social projects whose ideas relate to this topic. Activities relate to supporting the library, museum and club (entertainment) spheres. For the younger generation, the ideas of social projects in the field of culture are critically important.
This creates an additional platform for the development of both personal talents, for example, in the field of music or singing, and also develops communication skills. Sometimes it becomes possible to travel and gain new knowledge. It is worth noting socially significant projects, the ideas of which inspire talented young people, allow you to unlock potential and talent. This is often a television show.
At the interface between the concepts of "youth" and "culture" are also social projects whose ideas are not original. These are educational excursions. Such projects provide an opportunity for young people to really broaden their horizons and understanding of the surrounding reality.