Tech for Good | Workshop 2 | Samaaja: FOSS for Citizen Empowerment and Engagement | GDG Coimbatore

Samaaja: FOSS for Citizen Empowerment and Engagement
Are you passionate about creating positive change in your community? Join us for an in-depth exploration of Samaaja, the free and open-source web application designed to empower citizens and foster civic engagement.
What is Samaaja?
Samaaja (Society) is a revolutionary platform for rapidly building and deploying location-based citizen engagement services. It comes equipped with features like geo-maps, user profiles, report management, APIs, and more, making it the "WordPress of civic engagement." Samaaja's mission is to increase citizen participation at the hyperlocal level, focusing on critical issues like water, sanitation, air quality, and local governance.
Why Samaaja Matters:
Hyperlocal Focus: Addresses the unique needs and challenges of your specific community.
Data-Driven: Empowers communities with hyperlocal data for informed decision-making.
Community-Led: Fosters collaboration and accountability between citizens and elected officials.
Open Source: Accessible, adaptable, and free for everyone to use and improve.