CONTENT HUB
The Power of Location
Why Location Data Matters More Than Ever Location-based services (LBS) are transforming the way we interact with the world. Using geographical data, these services provide personalized,
Why Urban Planning Needs AI and AR
Using Technology to Build More Inclusive, Smart, and Resilient Cities Urban planning shapes how we live, work, and move within cities. At its best, it creates
Sitting Around the Fire
The Power of Participatory Approaches in Documenting Pastoralist Communities Pastoral societies are among the most dynamic and adaptable populations in the world. With an estimated 240 million
The Essence of Community Mapping
Beyond Buildings and Roads Community mapping initiatives are often considered tools for empowerment. Also known as participatory mapping, community mapping is a process where communities gather
From Aerial Imagery to Machine Learning
Innovating Land Mapping and Accessibility for Sustainable Development Spatial Collective, Radiant Earth, the Kenyan Space Agency (KSA), and PLACE collaborated on a pilot project to collect and curate labeling high-resolution
The Impact of Location-Based Applications
This blog post is the latest installment in our ongoing series, exploring how technology-driven location-based services can revolutionize community engagement. Demystifying Location-Based Technology The digital tools
Transforming Data Accessibility Through Location-Based Engagement
In this piece, we will mostly discuss the topic of data accessibility in informal settlements, however, accessing relevant data to make informed decisions about one’s life
A mixed-method approach to solid waste mapping in Mogadishu
Last year, we collaborated with Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team and OSM Somalia to generate high-quality geographic data aimed at comprehending the extent and dispersion of solid waste
Secure Tenure on Zanzibar
Using cutting-edge technologies to simplify the process of obtaining proof of property ownership in Zanzibar Our solution is designed to streamline and modernize the existing paper-based
Consensus in Documenting Land Rights
There has been a growing focus on the importance of consensus when it comes to determining land rights. This is particularly true when it comes to
