As part of the annual “Geography Awareness Week”, we are organizing a mapathon together with Doctors Without Borders, the German Red Cross and the University of Würzburg.
When: Monday, November 18th, 7p.m.
Where: Heidelberg, Berliner Straße 48 in the “Hörsaal” lecture hall
What is a Mapathon?
In order to be able to help people in crisis regions quickly, humanitarian organizations and relief workers are dependent on high-quality map material. However, for many regions such materials are not available. They need to be produced first. Modern technology is a great support in this endeavor – and so are thousands of volunteers all over the world.
What do you need?
A laptop, internet and possibly a mouse (not essential, but makes mapping easier and faster).
Who can join?
Everyone is welcome, no previous knowledge is required. An introduction to mapping will be given at the beginning of the event. The event ends at 10 pm, but there is no obligation to map until the end.