YouthMappers

YouthMappers is a nonprofit organization located in Lubbock, Texas. It employs 134 people. YouthMappers is a global community dedicated to creating and utilizing open geographic data to tackle development challenges worldwide. Student-led chapters collaborate internationally to empower communities. Their primary focus is fostering a generation of young leaders proficient in geospatial technologies, enabling them to visualize and address real-world problems. YouthMappers distinguishes itself through its unique approach to linking geospatial expertise directly with local needs. They work in targeted countries, generating quality, localized geographic data in under-mapped regions. This effort complements existing volunteer humanitarian mapping initiatives, extending these efforts to encompass long-term development goals and resilience building. Interested parties can find more information at youthmappers.org.