The GARAGE Program at 100BANCH has unveiled its 94th term, welcoming six innovative projects aimed at addressing organizational challenges and fostering collaboration with nature. 100BANCH is a unique hub designed to cultivate new values and ideas for the future, aligning with its mission to enrich the world a hundred years from now. This remarkable program not only supports young leaders under the age of 35, but also offers the resources and mentorship needed to turn their projects into reality over a three-month duration.
Project Highlights from the 94th Term
1.
HiRevo
The HiRevo project revolutionizes the recruitment process through an AI-driven interview system. Developed by Ethos AI, this automated tool operates 24/7, streamlining the interview and evaluation processes to significantly lessen the workload of HR professionals. By providing objective assessments, it accelerates hiring timelines and enables companies to focus on more strategic recruitment practices. Explore more about this groundbreaking solution
here.
2.
Minority Politics Research
This project takes inspiration from science fiction to imagine a radical and humorous vision for the survival of minorities. Using narrative frameworks from works like "Childhood's End" and "Story of Your Life," the team focuses on innovative strategies for survival that foster mutual care within communities facing existential threats. This experiment seeks to create safe spaces for creative expression. Discover the project
here.
3.
Havenly
Havenly aims to create a sensory-friendly environment through the development of weighted blankets. Designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or stress, these blankets leverage the concept of Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS) to provide a comforting embrace. Customizable to match individual preferences, this product strives to be accessible to all demographics, promoting mental well-being across all ages. Learn about Havenly
here.
4.
PalMe
The PalMe project addresses excessive self-negativity through an innovative app designed to encourage kindness towards oneself. Often, people are quick to support others yet harsh with themselves. This application fosters self-compassion by helping users direct the same empathy they show to others back to themselves, ultimately lightening the mental burden of self-criticism. Read more about PalMe
here.
5.
PRESIDENT AI
The PRESIDENT AI project aspires to reconstruct dialogue culture in society by facilitating conversations with leaders through prompt design. By transforming leaders’ thought processes and storytelling into AI-driven interactions, employees gain unprecedented access to their perspectives. This initiative aims to create a new dialogue culture that blends human and AI interaction, enriching the workplace experience. Delve into PRESIDENT AI
here.
6.
Shinrin Kaiwai
Shinrin Kaiwai seeks to visualize and monetize the breathing of forests as part of a new economic model that promotes co-existence with nature. This project aims to create a harmonious ecosystem where emotions, ethics, and economics intersect, all while emphasizing collaborative efforts between people and nature to secure a sustainable future. Find out more about Shinrin Kaiwai
here.
Call for Future Participants
The GARAGE Program is continually accepting applications, with the next application deadline for July residency set for May 26. If you're interested in leading change and building the future, consider applying! More details can be found on the program's
website.
About 100BANCH
Founded on the concept of an "experimental zone for enriching the world in 100 years," 100BANCH is a multi-faceted facility dedicated to the young generation's endeavors in value creation. Established in 2017 to coincide with Panasonic’s centenary, it serves as a hub for ambitious young individuals to conduct experiments and receive mentorship. With a portfolio of over 342 projects selected from approximately 1,090 applications, it provides insights and opportunities for innovation through a variety of events and exhibitions. Explore more about 100BANCH
here.