Practical Insights on Humanitarian Relief

7 Lessons Learned Using Chatbots in Humanitarian Programs

7 Lessons Learned Using Chatbots in Humanitarian Programs

Published on: Sep 13 2023 by Guest Writer - Leave a Comment
A chatbot can be defined as “a computer program designed to simulate conversation with human users, especially over the Internet”. Chatbots are trained to respond...
We Must Include Leisure and Entertainment Services in Digital Humanitarian Solutions

We Must Include Leisure and Entertainment Services in Digital Humanitarian Solutions

Published on: Jun 29 2023 by Guest Writer - 1 Comment
Many digital inclusion interventions have been tied to specific developmental goals – enhanced education, use of digital financial services, greater access to...
How Humanitarians Use Satellites in Crisis Response Programs

How Humanitarians Use Satellites in Crisis Response Programs

Published on: Mar 08 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on How Humanitarians Use Satellites in Crisis Response Programs
Satellite applications developed by an increasingly complex web of supply-side stakeholders can be used across a wide range of use cases throughout the life cycle...
Apply Now: $500,000 for Your Humanitarian Crisis Solutions

Apply Now: $500,000 for Your Humanitarian Crisis Solutions

Published on: Feb 13 2023 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
Information and communication technology solutions have the potential to greatly enhance and amplify the impact of efforts to address pressing global challenges...
Apply Now: £250,000 to Predict Humanitarian Response Needs

Apply Now: £250,000 to Predict Humanitarian Response Needs

Published on: Dec 26 2022 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
 The negative impacts of climate change are growing. In addition, other natural and man-made events can damage or destroy communities and their resilience. We...
What is Digital Development in Humanitarian Aid Programming?

What is Digital Development in Humanitarian Aid Programming?

Published on: Jul 15 2022 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on What is Digital Development in Humanitarian Aid Programming?
  Digital development in humanitarian aid programming refers to the use of digital technologies to support humanitarian efforts and to improve the effectiveness...
Apply Now: £45,000 to Advise FCDO on Frontier Technologies

Apply Now: £45,000 to Advise FCDO on Frontier Technologies

Published on: Jul 04 2022 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Apply Now: £45,000 to Advise FCDO on Frontier Technologies
New technologies and methodologies are disrupting and reshaping individuals, societies and economies. Emerging capabilities like machine learning, drones, blockchain...
What is Digital Ecosystem in International Development Programs?

What is Digital Ecosystem in International Development Programs?

Published on: Jan 21 2022 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on What is Digital Ecosystem in International Development Programs?
A digital ecosystem in international development refers to the complex network of digital technologies, people, and organizations that work together to achieve...
Apply Now: $6,500 Funding for Open Source Humanitarian Projects

Apply Now: $6,500 Funding for Open Source Humanitarian Projects

Published on: Feb 15 2021 by Wayan Vota - 5 Comments
Open source software projects in the humanitarian aid sector often need programming, technical writing, and graphic design skills to produce high-quality solutions....
USAID Mission Guidance for COVID-19 Digital Response Solutions

USAID Mission Guidance for COVID-19 Digital Response Solutions

Published on: Apr 06 2020 by Wayan Vota - 3 Comments
Information is critical to COVID-19 Digital Response. Decision makers need detailed and timely data about the coronavirus disease spread. Health workers and communities...