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Mississauga, ON

Kartik Gupta

Kartik Gupta is co-founder of Trace - an app to support victims of domestic violence. As a young community leader, Kartik has actively engaged in initiatives that make a positive impact. Currently, they serve as President of MEDREACH, fostering mentorship between medical students and high school students. As founder of the Student Career Hub, Kartik provides Canadian students a platform to explore career pathways. Additionally, they contribute to AI for Good and volunteer as a mentor and helpline responder. Having received the Sprout Ideas Fellowship and Duke of Edinburgh grants, Kartik is dedicated to creating positive change. Sweekruti Kachu is co-founder of the Trace app. Sweekruti's passion for community involvement has driven them to serve causes that hold personal significance. As an Afterschool Program Leader at Homes First, they had the privilege of supporting and empowering children, fostering their growth and well-being. As an Orientation Leader at Ryerson University, Sweekruti has been able to create a sense of belonging for incoming students, ensuring a warm and inclusive environment. Additionally, their experience as a Crisis Line Responder at Distress Centres of Greater Toronto has equipped me with compassionate communication skills and the ability to de-escalate stressful situations. Sweekruti is dedicated to community service, making a positive impact, and uplifting others.

"Trace" - Evidence Collection and Resource Access App for Victims of Domestic Abuse Housing & Safety

Trace empowers survivors of domestic violence by providing them with a safe and user-friendly mobile app that serves as a secure space for survivors to capture, collect, and store evidence of their abuse.

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About this Project

Communities Served

My project will involve and/or impact the following communities:

  • At risk youth & children
  • Vulnerable individuals (e.g. those experiencing addiction, abuse)

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

When it comes to community impact projects, the UN has created 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These are the Sustainable Development Goals associated with my project.

  • SDG 3: Good health and Well-being
  • SDG 16: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

How the project works

Trace simplified the process of evidence collection to support survivors of domestic violence. The app was designed specifically for this purpose. This versatile tool, compatible with any smartphone, will empower individuals by providing them with a user-friendly means to collect evidence and access support. The potential impact of this app is in aiding survivors and contributing to the fight against domestic violence.

Project Impact

Trace has had a meaningful impact, resonating with 92% of survey participants who expressed a concern about the topic of domestic violence. Astonishingly, 42% shared that someone within their circles has experienced domestic violence, underlining the pervasive nature of the issue. Furthermore, a significant 35% disclosed that they themselves have been victims of domestic violence. These statistics underscore the pressing need for effective solutions. The creation of the app, designed for both Android and iOS devices, provides a scalable tool with the potential to reach an extensive audience. Its accessibility on mobile devices positions it to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals, offering support and empowerment to those grappling with the harsh realities of domestic violence.

Project Mission

Trace's mission is to streamline the evidence-collection process, reducing the stress of reporting domestic violence. We aspire to develop a tool that empowers survivors, fostering confidence and facilitating access to support.

Project Team

The team consists of co-founders Kartik Gupta and Sweekruti Kachu.

  • Kartik Gupta (co-founder)
  • Sweekruti Kachu (co-founder)