Human-Centered Software Platform for Social Network of Self-Help Groups

Designing user interfaces (UI) for marginalized rural women presents unique challenges that require a good understanding of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) principles to ensure usability. This research paper focuses on developing a contemporary UI for a social network of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in India, catering to the diverse age groups and educational backgrounds within these communities. The goal is to blend HCI principles into the design to develop an interface that is attractive, user-friendly, and easy to navigate for the users of these communities. This study tries to employ a user-centered design thinking approach to guide the development of the UI prototype. The study details the use of financial module of the application and its implementation. The software utilizes a multi-level client-server architecture using Flutter frameworks for UI design.