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Narrative, Immersion and Information- Humans of the Community

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Project Brief

This project has provided me with a profound understanding of space, community, and empathy. Through this project, I aim to initiate a conversation that acknowledges and appreciates the invaluable contributions of community workers within our communities. It serves as a starting point to advocate for the recognition and fair treatment they deserve.

This project has broadened my perspective and deepened my understanding of space, community, and empathy. It has compelled me to recognize the rights of all species and the impact of our actions on others. By acknowledging the presence and worth of community workers, I aim to spark a dialogue that not only gives them the respect they deserve but also fosters a more inclusive and compassionate community. This project is merely the beginning, paving the way for further exploration and appreciation of those who contribute to the betterment of our collective experience.

Objective

My objective or vision is to put a spotlight on the humans of a community.  It's about telling the stories of the community helpers and realizing their value in the community space. A narration that will tell the hardships a community helper faces in this daily life.

Line of Inquiry

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Line of Questionnaire 

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Primary Research- Interviews 

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Dilip yashwant param

  • Born in Maharashtra

  • Studied only till 7th grade.

  • Has a wife and two kids(26 yrs old and 18yrs old

  • Was working in transporting job and recently joined the duty of a security guard since Covid-19.

  • he chose this job because he feels it is good for his age and easy.

  • happy by the responsibilities and no difficulties yet.

  • Residents mostly talk to him related to his work.

  • He does not find the job boring- say"time pass ho jata hai o aate jaate hai toh".

Iterations for output

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Interactive puzzle along with a narrative flashcard

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Final Output

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The illustration depicts the different people who belong in a community. And how each of them play an important role in connecting a space as a whole. 

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Illustrated on Adobe Illustrator

Citations

1. Baishya, D., 2019. The private security guard is symptomatic of what ails India. The Times of India, [online] Available at: [Accessed 28 January 2022].

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2. KAUSHIK, M., 2022. A day in the life of a security guard, who is the least secure—physically and financially. Forbs India, [online] Available at: [Accessed 28 January 2022].

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3. KAZMI, I., 2019. Our Sacrifice Is Invisible: India’s Private Security Guards. [Blog] The Quint, Available at: [Accessed 28 January 2022]

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4. Rajan, S. and Bhagat, d., 2021. Internal Migration in India: Integrating Migration with Development and Urbanization Policies. KNOMAD, [online] Available at: [Accessed 28 January 2022].

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5. Mishra, N. 2020Life of a Security Guard in India I Struggle I Challenges in Life: https://youtu.be/jbp5BqmL1h8

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