Unique Mappers Network Recognizes How Geographic Information System Technology Makes an Impact [Port Harcourt, Nigeria—November 12, 2024]
Unique Mappers Network will celebrate GIS Day on November 20, 2024. Unique Mappers Network will showcase innovative applications of geographic information system (GIS) technology in analysis, visualization, and gaining insights into geospatial data, as well as its contributions to thought leadership in the fields of humanitarian response, environmental management, and community development.
Over 20 years ago, Jack Dangermond, the founder and president of Esri, envisioned people collaborating and sharing how GIS affects everyone. This led to the establishment of GIS Day, which was first observed in 1999. The explosion of geospatial technology since then has expanded that idea into a global event that shows how geography and the real-world applications of GIS are making a difference in business, government, and society. It’s a chance for organizations to share their accomplishments and inspire others to discover and use GIS.
Unique Mappers Network has empowered communities in Nigeria by providing open, accessible map data that aids disaster response, environmental protection, and community planning. By collaborating with local institutions, we’ve also trained hundreds of young people in open-source geospatial technology and community-based mapping for sustainable development.
“GIS Day is an opportunity to reflect on the power of mapping in addressing real-world challenges,” said by many GIS analysts.. “We’re proud to contribute to a growing community that uses GIS to foster resilience, engage youth, and address humanitarian needs.”
This November, Unique Mappers Network will join hundreds of organizations worldwide in hosting in-person and virtual gatherings that celebrate the impactful work of GIS professionals and inspire future innovators to advance global progress using GIS.
“GIS Day is a wonderful opportunity for professionals from around the world to get together to share their amazing work,” said Dangermond. “These individuals are using GIS technology to take a geographic approach in addressing unprecedented challenges, from COVID-19 to climate change. Organizations across the globe are taking part in grassroots events that help celebrate geospatial science and how it impacts the real world for good. Our users should be proud of their achievements in the field, which GIS Day is meant to showcase.”
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About Unique Mappers Network
Unique Mappers Network (UMT) is a community-focused NGO in Nigeria dedicated to leveraging geospatial technology for humanitarian response, environmental sustainability, and community development. Founded in 2017, UMT has grown into a recognized leading local community for OpenStreetMap, Citizen Science, TomTom and open-source geospatial initiatives in Nigeria.
About Esri
Esri, the global market leader in geographic information system (GIS) software, location intelligence, and mapping, helps customers unlock the full potential of data to improve operational and business results. Founded in 1969 in Redlands, California, USA, Esri software is deployed in more than 350,000 organizations globally, including Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, nonprofits, and universities. Visit us at esri.com.
