A Woman’s Vision for Nepal’s Geospatial Future Leadership is about vision, resilience, and inspiring lasting change. In Nepal, where geospatial science and open mapping are still growing, leading a nationwide movement that combines education, technology, and humanitarian response was a challenge I embraced wholeheartedly. As the sole lead of Mapping Week 2025, my mission was clear—to empower students, professionals, and communities through the transformative power of geospati

RUTA IRPAVI 2 SUR (Capitulo YouthMappers UMSA Bolivia) MicroGrants Latam Aviso:  La publicación de este artículo se ha retrasado y es posible que contenga información desactualizada. Agradecemos su comprensión. English translation below.  La ciudad de La Paz, Bolivia, cuenta con el servicio de transporte público PumaKatari, que abarca los 9 macrodistritos y se despliega actualmente a través de 10 rutas. Desde su lanzamiento, este servicio ha sido una gran promesa, ofreciendo

Acknowledgment: This post was delayed in publication and may contain outdated information. We appreciate your understanding On 10th May 2024, Central University YouthMappers, Sierra Leone, hosted a highly successful Leadership Seminar and OSM_HOT Tasking Manager Training at the Central University Campus in Mile 91, Sierra Leone. This event aimed to empower students with leadership skills and practical knowledge in geospatial mapping, fostering a generation of leaders committ

My journey with YouthMappers began in 2022, fueled by enthusiasm but hampered by technological constraints. My initial laptop barely functioned, and when it finally gave out,  my phone followed suit. However, these setbacks did not deter my commitment. I borrowed laptops from friends, participated in online training sessions, and gradually honed my skills, particularly in JOSM (Java OpenStreetMap Editor). As the Media and Publicity Director for my chapter, I channeled my crea

Acknowledgement: This post was delayed in publication and may contain outdated information. We appreciate your understanding. It was a crisp day when I first encountered Mapillary, the application that has transformed the way I view the world. I was introduced to this revolutionary mapping tool by Mr. Mawutor Stephen Donkor (OSM Ghana) on August 2, 2022, and since then, it has been history. Little did I know that this chance encounter would ignite a passion within me and set

Acknowledgement: This post was delayed in publication and may contain outdated information. We appreciate your understanding. Recolección de datos en Kobo y Organic Maps. La historia comienza a partir del YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship Summit en enero del 2023. Posteriormente a este escenario, se gestó la creación de vínculos de amistad y redes colaborativas a nivel regional e internacional, conectando estudiantes y miembros de capítulos de todo el mundo. La circulación d

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The journey isn't just about maps; it's about the stories we tell, the communities we empower, and the collective impact we make. Together, we continue to map, learn, and grow, weaving a story that transcends borders and echoes the resounding impact of geospatial technology in our collective pursuit of positive change.

"This event was a great example of how collaboration across year levels can create a powerful learning experience. The technical sessions provided context, while the workshop translated concepts into action."

This fieldwork was more than just a project; it was a learning experience, an opportunity to engage with the community, and a step toward us

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My aim was to highlight the potential of JOSM and how it empowers individuals and communities to create detailed and accurate maps.

The YouthMappers Summit Extended (Uganda) is a recent testament to the power of coming together, as young map enthusiasts from all over the

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As YouthMappers, data collection is crucial to our mapping duties. Members of my chapter were taught how to use KoboCollect and...

The Emergence of YouthMappers More than 1 billion people in the world are missing from the maps that are foundational for basic needs and...

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