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In this episode we're talking to Sait Beyazyürek of NeedsMap, in a fascinating look at how to transform disaster relief through innovative digital solutions that connect those in need with those who can help.

NeedsMap functions as a digital marketplace for social good. Rather than commercial transactions, the platform facilitates the exchange of essential items and services using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to pinpoint exact locations of needs. This revolutionary approach proved crucial during Turkey's devastating 2023 earthquakes and also helped with Spain's 2024 floods in Valencia, where WhatsApp chatbots and real-time mapping tools helped coordinate relief efforts with unprecedented efficiency.

Beyond disaster response, NeedsMap addresses structural inequalities through data-driven decision-making, ensuring aid reaches marginalised communities including refugees and low-income families. Their work demonstrates how resilience and adaptability, forged through Turkey's experiences with multiple crises, can benefit humanitarian efforts worldwide.

Listen in to discover how we might use our technological expertise to address the pressing humanitarian challenges of our time.

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