We’re proud to feature this story from Tanzania Flying Labs. The organization is focused on upskilling local communities with drone data to improve livelihoods. The organization uses drones and DroneDeploy in humanitarian response to get rapid, accurate data from the field.
DroneDeploy supports over 100 nonprofits through our philanthropic arm, DroneDeploy.org. The company was founded with a social impact mission and continues to find innovative ways to use our product and company for climate, communities, and crisis response.
Tanzania Flying Labs is part of the Flying Labs Network. The Network is co-created with and facilitated by WeRobotics. The network shifts power with local experts in 30+ countries across Africa, Latin America, Asia, and beyond to build, facilitate and contribute to local solutions.
If you’re interested in learning more about our social impact program or applying, visit DroneDeploy.org.
About the Author
Social Impact Program Manager - DroneDeploy
Rebecca finds innovative ways to leverage technology in addressing social and environmental problems. At DroneDeploy she manages both the nonprofit and education programs. She works with nonprofits and social impact organizations to enable the power of mapping and new technology to reach those who need it most. She has a master's degree in Environmental Management from the Yale School of the Environment.