Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Protecting Nature, Inspiring Action
Mission
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is dedicated to protecting birds and the wider natural environment, working to ensure that the UK remains a haven for wildlife. RSPB engages communities in conservation efforts, advocating for policies that protect habitats, and empowering people to make a positive impact on nature. Their goal is to inspire a love for birds and wildlife, fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world.
Problem Statement
As urbanization and climate change threaten bird populations and their habitats, it has become increasingly difficult for the public to identify and support local bird species. Many people are unaware of how to create environments that attract and sustain birds in their local areas.
RSPB seeks an AI solution that helps users identify birds they encounter and educates them on creating bird-friendly habitats. By providing guidance on what to feed different species and how to plant native vegetation, this tool will empower individuals to contribute to local biodiversity and become active stewards of nature.
What success looks like
Build a prototype that is ready for testing with users
Potentially connect into RSPB’s catalogue for ecology education
Skills & Techniques Required
This idea will incorporate the following skills: Natural Language Processing (NLP), Information Retrieval, App Development, Image Recognition
Skills We're Looking for from Mentors
Expertise in NLP & Information Retrieval
To match low-quality descriptions to bird attributes, follow on suggestions resulting in an accurate match
Front-End Design & UX Professionals
To build an engaging application that supports users through their bird identification experience
About the AI for All Buildathon
On November 22-23, 2024, at People’s Mission Hall, Whitechapel, we’re bringing together charities, AI experts, and students to develop impactful AI tools that charities can use to drive social change.
42 London
42 London’s peer-learning model focuses on equipping students with the skills to tackle real-world challenges. By working on Third and Public Sector projects, students gain advanced technical skills, learn to solve complex problems, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and create impactful solutions—preparing them to excel as skilled engineers and socially conscious innovators.
Our Partners:
Anthropic
Users are able to engage with self-study material, even if they struggle with reading, by using speech recognition and an intuitive interface that guides them step-by-step.
La Fosse Academy
The AI tool encourages continued learning through motivational prompts, feedback, and support, helping users remain committed to their literacy journey
LIS
A simple, Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that demonstrates the speech recognition feature, allowing users to engage with basic learning modules and progress on their own.
X and Why
A product that can grow with the learners, with potential for further modules and content expansion, especially as new sources of funding are secured.
Mentors & Supporters:
Graphcore, Polecat: Providing expert mentorship to help teams build impactful, responsible and technically sound AI solutions aligned with charitable strategic goals.
Join us!
Be part of a buildathon that merges tech innovation with social impact, where your expertise will help shape AI solutions that make a real difference.
Join a community of changemakers, gain hands-on experience, and inspire the next generation of socially conscious engineers.