We made a visible and
measurable impact to our
client's business
Improvement in Phonological Analysis Accuracy
Increase in Writing System Adoption
Increased language preservation by through consistent use of the orthography app. (Source: Linguistics Journal, 2024)
About the Client
A leading NGO dedicated to preserving indigenous languages and empowering communities through sustainable, self-sufficient linguistic solutions. The organization works with underserved communities to create culturally relevant writing systems that strengthen language preservation and reduce dependency on external support.
As language preservation efforts expanded, the organization required a scalable and accessible platform that could simplify orthography development while enabling long-term community ownership.
The Problem
Many language communities faced significant barriers in creating and sustaining effective writing systems.
Key challenges included:
- Limited access to linguistic expertise within communities
- High reliance on external consultants, creating long-term dependency
- Complex and inefficient phonological analysis processes
- Existing tools lacked usability and cultural adaptability
- Low adoption rates due to limited community participation and relevance
The NGO needed a user-friendly and community-focused solution capable of simplifying orthography development and enabling sustainable language preservation.
Our Approach
Lauren developed OrthoApp, an intelligent orthography development platform designed to support communities in creating and managing writing systems with greater independence and efficiency.
The solution enabled:
- AI-assisted phonological analysis to improve linguistic accuracy
- Community-centered workflows to encourage participation and ownership
- Flexible and culturally adaptable orthography frameworks
- Reduced dependency on external linguistic specialists
- Simplified management and modification of writing systems
Our Development Process
Core Capabilities Implemented:
- Phonological Analysis Engine – Enabled accurate sound system analysis using intelligent linguistic processing capabilities.
- Adaptive Linguistics Framework – Supported regional dialects and cultural variations to ensure relevance across communities.
- Community-Centric User Experience – Designed intuitive workflows to improve accessibility and encourage long-term adoption.
- Self-Sustaining Management Tools – Empowered communities to independently manage and evolve orthographic systems.
The Result
- Improved phonological analysis accuracy by 90%
- Increased adoption of new writing systems by 70%
- Enhanced language preservation outcomes by 60%
- Reduced dependency on external linguistic expertise
- Increased community participation and ownership
- Enabled scalable and sustainable orthography development initiatives
The organization now benefits from a scalable platform that empowers communities to preserve and strengthen indigenous languages through accessible and self-sustaining linguistic tools.