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The What!
Migrating to a new city can be a challenge. Such a drastic change can be tough for citizens moving alone.
This project aims to understand the different ethnic and social groups affected by the challenges migration brings and ways to provide a fulfilling sense of home.
Why is this an issue?
As someone who has experienced multiple city moves through my father's career and academic pursuits, I deeply understand the complexities of migration.
This passion project explores How we might support 23-27 year olds transitioning to new cities by addressing key challenges like isolation, lack of belongingness, and finding purpose—transforming the daunting experience of relocation into an opportunity for personal growth and connection.
Research & Discovery
The target group for research purpose varies according different requirements.
Below you will find the parameters that have been considered when the research phase has been carried out. The parameters are as follows :
👶🏻 Age
👩🏻 Gender
📚 Education
💼 Career
🗺️ Geographical location
🌎 Ethnic demography
💵 Socio - Economic Status
🚚 Reason for Migration
Primary Research
Surveys
User Interviews
Insights
Establishing questions and design direction for research
What events trigger relocation?
When do people migrate?
Where do people prefer to live?
Is age and moving out connected?
What makes a new city a home?
What are the macro challenges in moving to a new place?
How do migrants utilize their time?
What are micro triggers that make dwellers anxious?
What traditions do people develop?
What role do families play?
Why is settling in a challenge?
User thoughts - 50+ survey results & 7 interviews
66%
move out during college or employment
58%
said they had a supportive family, making the transition easier
62%
move into apartments & co-living spaces
Finance
mon macro & micro level was a massive hurdle driving anxiousness
Settling in
was the biggest macro challenge
53%
wanted independence & privacy in their new journey as a priority
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Raahi is a digital companion designed to transform the relocation experience by helping young migrants build meaningful connections.
It's a strategic tool that guides users in creating communities, encouraging urban exploration, and setting long-term personal goals - fostering a genuine sense of belonging in their new city.
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