Organization Mission

Action Lab for Development is dedicated to advancing education, food security, and advocacy to empower entrepreneurs, newcomers and promote creative economies in Canada. We envision a future where local innovators and newcomers have the resources to thrive through growth and development.
Our mission includes five key objectives:
We provide tools and opportunities for creative innovation and entrepreneurship, focusing on continuous improvement.
We enable networking and training activities to connect entrepreneurs, institutions, and partners.
We educate entrepreneurs and newcomers about fair business practices and social responsibility.
We guide emerging entrepreneurs in understanding social and business ecosystems through essential skills and techniques.
We encourage youth involvement in volunteering and ensure universal access to research and education by building digital platforms for community knowledge and supporting local ingenuity.
Action Lab For Development was registered as an Extra-Provincial Corporation in Alberta, Canada, in 2024. On July 15, 2025, the organization was officially incorporated as Action Lab for Development Association by the Government of Alberta under Alberta’s Societies Act. The organization was granted Special Consultative Status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2020, reflecting our commitment to the UN”s Sustainable Development Goals. Our primary focus areas include:
• Food Security
• Advocacy
• Education
• These initiatives aim to positively impact local innovators, including newcomers in Canada who may be facing challenges related to integration into a new environment and starting life. Our research shows that access to education, particularly in social entrepreneurship, is a powerful tool for these individuals. It enables them to turn their experiences into practical solutions that benefit their communities.

Context

Assignment Context
Born from a deeply personal journey of trauma, healing, and spiritual awakening, MoralityCode is a pioneering initiative designed to address the emotional and ethical gaps in today’s AI systems. Currently in its Version 2 development phase, the project aims to:
• Integrate emotional and moral complexity
• Incorporate African ancestral spiritual wisdom (ndapngong)
• Apply theological and philosophical frameworks
• Combine intuitive, gut-based learning with modern technology
This phase will focus on adding a health and medical decision-making model, refining AI logic, redesigning the interface, and deploying the app on Android.

Key Responsibilities

Action Lab for Development is seeking an online volunteer to contribute to the enhancement of MoralityCode Version 2, an innovative ethical decision-making tool that integrates moral philosophy, emotional intelligence, and now, a health and medical model.
Objective: Transition the existing Python/Tkinter-based interface to Kivy and package the app for Android deployment using Buildozer.
Tasks:
• Review and understand the existing Python codebase (VS Code environment)
• Convert the Tkinter-based UI to Kivy, ensuring all current features are retained
• Install and configure Buildozer for Android packaging
• Create the main.py file and run buildozer init
• Edit the buildozer.spec file with correct dependencies and permissions
• Generate a debug APK (buildozer android debug) and test on multiple devices
• Collect feedback, fix bugs, and implement improvements
• Sign and publish the final app on the Google Play Store
Key Outcomes:
• Fully functional MoralityCode Version 2 Android APK
• Seamless migration from Tkinter to Kivy UI
• Published app available for public download on the Google Play Store

Required Skills and Experience

Holder of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Area(s) of Specialisation: App Development, Software Engineering, Mobile UI/UX.
• Proficiency in Python (Intermediate to Advanced)
• Experience with VS Code and Jupyter Notebook
• Proven skills in app development and deployment
• Hands-on experience with Kivy and Buildozer
• Understanding of Google Play Store submission process
• Interest in human-centered, ethical, or spiritually-informed technology
• Self-driven, collaborative, and detail-oriented
• Respect for Indigenous and Canadian or African cultural traditions