"This place doesn't exist." These words once echoed the frustration of aid workers trying to reach communities in crisis. But today, they're being erased, one digital map at a time.
Meet the heroes behind Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team(HOT).
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In a world where millions live in unmapped regions, HOT saw a solution in collaborative mapping technology.
Armed with satellite imagery, local knowledge, and an army of 600,000 volunteers worldwide covering areas home to a billion people, HOT is putting invisible communities on the map. Many thought it impossible. "Too vast," they said. "Not for remote areas."
But HOT persisted.
Today, their mapping efforts have helped disaster responders reach those in need during crises, from earthquakes to pandemics. It's not just about creating maps - it's about saving lives, improving service delivery, and empowering communities.
And now, HOT is looking to scale up even further by harnessing the power of AI.
Tech innovators, are you ready to map a better future with AI? 🗺️🚀
Imagine a world where no community is invisible, where disaster responders can reach anyone, anywhere. That's the vision driving HOT, and they need YOUR AI expertise to make it a reality.
This Thursday August 1st, HOT will be pitching their ideas for AI-enhanced mapping at the AI for Changemakers Pitch Day, alongside other innovative nonprofits tackling global challenges. This is your chance to be part of a tech revolution in humanitarian aid.
HOT's journey from a small group of tech enthusiasts to a global force for good shows us the transformative power of innovative collaboration when applied to real-world challenges.
Tech companies: Your AI expertise could be the key to mapping the unmapped faster and more efficiently. Ready to make a global impact?
Join us on August 1st, 3PM - 5:30PM CET, for the AI for Changemakers Pitch Day. https://lnkd.in/dy-67NVJ
HOT's work aligns perfectly with the mission of the AI for Changemakers Accelerator Program, an initiative connecting tech innovators with nonprofits to drive social impact. Their innovative use of technology to address critical global challenges exemplifies the kind of impact we aim to amplify and you can be a part of.
Together, let's harness AI to map a better future for all! 🌍🚀
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NatGeo Sr Cartographer | Award-winning Freelance Cartographer | Participatory Mapping Advocate | Author
3wWhen will the next application period be? This looks like a great program!