Ushahidi
Crowdsourcing and crisis mapping.
Overview
Ushahidi, which means 'testimony' in Swahili, is a non-profit technology company that develops open-source software for information collection, visualization, and interactive mapping. It allows users to crowdsource data from various channels like SMS, email, and web forms, and then visualize it on a map and timeline.
✨ Key Features
- Crowdsourced data collection (SMS, email, web, social media)
- Interactive mapping and timeline visualization
- Customizable surveys
- Data management and filtering
- Open-source and deployable on own servers
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Focus on crowdsourcing and citizen reporting
- Open-source and highly customizable
- Strong community and social activism roots
Unique Value: Empowers organizations and communities to collect and visualize crowdsourced data to increase transparency, monitor events, and respond to crises.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Originally developed to map reports of violence in Kenya after the 2007 election, it has since been used in numerous crises worldwide.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Longitudinal case management or detailed individual beneficiary tracking.
🏆 Alternatives
More focused on the data collection and mapping workflow for citizen-generated data than general-purpose mapping or survey tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Basic plan with limited features.
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