UN Open Source Initiative

OSGeo works with United Nations organizations to promote the adoption of open source geospatial technology for sustainable development and humanitarian response.

Overview

About the Initiative

The UN Open Source Initiative supports the United Nations’ adoption of open source geospatial software and open standards. We work with:

UN-GGIM (United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management)
UN Agencies using geospatial technology
Member States implementing SDI programs

Focus

Focus Areas

Sustainable Development Goals

Supporting spatial data infrastructure for SDG monitoring and implementation.

Humanitarian Response

Open source tools for disaster response and humanitarian operations.

Capacity Building

Training and education for UN staff and member states.

Open Standards

Promoting OGC and ISO standards in UN systems.

Activities

Workshops at UN events and conferences
Technical guidance on open source adoption
Documentation of best practices
Partnership development with UN agencies

Info

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UN Committee

The OSGeo UN Committee coordinates activities with United Nations organizations.

About the Committee