Awana Digital’s mission is to support local communities to use technology to protect culture, food sovereignty and critical ecosystems. As technology becomes cheaper and more accessible, we believe it can and should be used to bring more voices to the table. Awana Digital helps our partners achieve transformative change and works toward a world where all people can participate in decisions that govern their lives.
More About Our MissionSince our founding in 2008, Awana Digital has promoted approaches to using technology that support local autonomy and ownership over tools and data.
across 38 countries
actively using our tools
of territory mapped and defended
At Awana Digital we build tools with local communities,
because they are the expects on addressing local needs.
Mapeo is a free digital toolset for documenting, monitoring and mapping many types of data.
A collaborative space providing resources and training materials for communities defending critical ecosystems around the world.
An application for communities to map, protect, and share stories about their land.
We are part of a global ecosystem of people and groups working for a more just and sustainable world.
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