Nuvia
ELLA
Body dissatisfaction is one of the main risk factors for eating disorders in girls, increasing the risk by up to five times. In Brazil, up to 72.8% of young women report body dissatisfaction. ELLA is a mobile app that supports adolescents through psychoeducation, emotional journaling, sleep tracking, interactive games, and a chatbot for guidance. Its key feature is a weekly monitoring system that generates personalized reports and sends recommendations throughout the week. Free for users, the app aims to expand through partnerships with schools, NGOs, and mental health professionals, promoting prevention and well-being in an accessible way.
Technical Elements
Entrepreneurship
Regional Pitch Events
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Learning Journey
Learning Journey
Our team was formed through Inteli mentorship, and none of us knew each other before. Even so, we connected very quickly and realized our ideas aligned naturally. One of the biggest challenges was learning how to think beyond a simple idea and start developing something with real impact. We were not used to thinking as entrepreneurs or building something meant to reach and help other people. Over time, we learned how to organize our ideas better and shift our mindset into creating a meaningful project that could positively affect someone’s life.
Information Legitimacy Description
To ensure the information used in our project was legitimate, we relied on trustworthy health sources and verified platforms. Additionally, one team member has personal experience related to the issue addressed by our app, which provided a more realistic and sensitive perspective, including insights into what she wishes she had as support during that time. This combination of research and lived experience helped us build a more responsible solution. However, we recognize that our app does not replace professional care, but serves as a supportive and welcoming tool.
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During the development of ELLA, we considered ethics as a central pillar of the project, especially because it addresses a sensitive topic such as Eating Disorders. We focused on creating a welcoming and non-judgmental environment, avoiding the use of numbers or terms that could trigger negative feelings, and using responsible and accessible language. We also made it clear that the app does not replace professional support, but rather serves as an emotional support tool. Additionally, we prioritized user privacy and respect, ensuring proper data handling and transparency. All information included in the app is based on reliable sources and carefully designed to avoid encouraging harmful behaviors. Our goal is to provide a safe, ethical and responsible space that positively supports users’ well-being.
