VESTA Social Innovation Technologies is a social enterprise working at the intersection of gender-based violence, technology and access to justice. VESTA is on a mission to end rape culture. We are harnessing the power of community and technology to lower the barriers to reporting, and to increasing and equalizing access to resources. Our vision is that by ensuring individuals have agency, choice and equal treatment under the law, systemic change can and will occur.

We have a theory of change that hypothesizes low reporting rates in sexual violence cases is a complex and multifactorial problem. Low rating rates block effective collection of data, encourages individuals to remain silent and limits innovation, funding, and services to support survivors. We align with UN SDGs 3, 5, 11 and 16 but we require assistance to help us effectively communicate that to our stakeholders.

Our specific need is an outline how our mission contributes to the U.N. sustainable development goals and targets, in particular goals 3, 5, 11 and 16.

Identify stakeholders and develop a communication plan.

Conduct research on markets, competitors and investors related to the U.N. sustainable development goals.

Students will connect directly with the employer for mentorship and supervision throughout the project. Student will meet with the CEO on a regular basis for mentorship and feedback.