Author: Rostand De Grasse
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Humaninet.org
Humaninet.org Can Wireless Networks Bridge the Digital Divide? About the HumaniNet Web Information Service We would like to hear your ideas for articles on technology that supports humanitarian aid and relief. Please email your thoughts to feedback@humaninet.org. Thank you. Written for HumaniNet by Mauro Calvi, CGNet How Wireless LAN technology is bringing the Internet to…
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Internet Down
Internet Down How to Use the Internet When the Internet is Gone How to access Twitter, Facebook, e-mail, and search when all you can do is text. by John Herrman on Buzzfeed OK, here’s the scenario: A storm plows through your hometown, knocking out the electricity. Your lights go out, and with it your Wi-Fi.…
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Geo-Twitter: Adding Coordinates is Easy « Maps 2.0
Geo-Twitter: Adding Coordinates is Easy « Maps 2.0 Maps 2.0 Geospatial Tools for Nonprofits and Humanitarian Relief Home About Maps 2.0 Advisory Team Mapping Resources Testimonials Why GIS? Geo-Twitter: Adding Coordinates is Easy In my presentation on January 12, I touched on the promise of geo-tweeting, but concluded it’s not quite here yet. At the time, I knew it…
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Humaninet.org
Humaninet.org The HumaniNet Consortium is an alliance of not-for-profit humanitarian relief and development organizations who have agreed to cooperate on the research and sharing of global information and communication technologies, or ICT, for emergency and routine operations. The Consortium is investigating and testing “off-the-shelf,” affordable ICT solutions that provide interoperability in all geographies, enable the…
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Humaninet.org
Humaninet.org The HumaniNet Consortium is an alliance of not-for-profit humanitarian relief and development organizations who have agreed to cooperate on the research and sharing of global information and communication technologies, or ICT, for emergency and routine operations. The Consortium is investigating and testing “off-the-shelf,” affordable ICT solutions that provide interoperability in all geographies, enable the…
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About « Maps 2.0
About « Maps 2.0 Maps 2.0 Geospatial Tools for Nonprofits and Humanitarian Relief Home About Advisory Team Project Description Testimonials Why GIS? About Maps 2.0 will establish the first nonprofit online resource for sharing best practices in geographic information systems (GIS), geospatial analysis, and digital maps. Our goal is to make GIS tools and solutions more…
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Humaninet.org
Humaninet.org The HumaniNet Consortium is an alliance of not-for-profit humanitarian relief and development organizations who have agreed to cooperate on the research and sharing of global information and communication technologies, or ICT, for emergency and routine operations. The Consortium is investigating and testing “off-the-shelf,” affordable ICT solutions that provide interoperability in all geographies, enable the…
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Guide to Volunteering with Humanitarian Organizations
“`html Volunteering with a humanitarian organization allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of those in need across the globe. This blog post will guide you through various ways to get involved, from medical and nursing programs to administrative roles and fundraising opportunities. You’ll find detailed information on current volunteer opportunities and…
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Understanding the Key Objectives of Humanitarian Organizations
The Comprehensive Goals of Humanitarian Organizations: Creating Lifelines in Crisis Humanitarian organizations are unsung heroes that act swiftly and decisively when disaster strikes. These organizations have diverse and vital goals aimed at saving lives, alleviating suffering, and maintaining human dignity during and post-humanitarian crises. From providing immediate food and medical relief to rebuilding communities and…