In this chapter, we share our insights from the Tolocar project, and the diverse possibilities and applications of mobile makerspaces in Ukraine since May 2022. We showcase different interpretations of what mobile makerspaces are, share use cases and equipment lists, and introduce the different qualities of our team which have been essential to the successful implementation of the project. Drawing from our experience, we also share practical insights and key learnings, as imparted from our team of operators.
Everything that the Tolocar project does serves to empower Ukrainian makers and thereby support the sustainable, inclusive and participatory socio-economic recovery of the country. In order to achieve this, we combine tried and tested approaches and methodologies from different fields, incorporating a unique new element: a fleet of mobile makerspaces.
