THE OPEN DATA INITIATIVE
THE OPEN DATA INITIATIVE
MISSION
We have the mission of creating and using open data to address environmental and socioeconomic challenges and capacitating individuals and institutions with relevant geospatial skills.
VISION
The vision is to work in collaboration with our development partners to create and use reliable open data to make informed environmental and socioeconomic decisions.
Our Focus Areas
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ENVIRONMENT
We conduct environmental analyses such a air quality monitoring, urban heat, noise pollution , water body monitoring and water quality assessment. This is to have reliable information that enhances our environmental management initiatives.
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GEOSPATIAL
We rely on geospatial intelligence in our work by employing open mapping techniques, GIS, Remote Sensing, Surveying and low cost but high tech equipment.
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SOCIOECNOMIC
We address socioeconomic issues through thorough research to understand population patterns and needs and develop tailored solutions. We work primarily to alleviate poverty and related challenges.
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CAPACITY BUILDING
We believe in human capital development, therefore we develop curriculum that encompasses theoretical and practical knowledge for our members, partners and residents of communities in which we work.
Our Partners