Ushahidi.comUshahidi.comUc_3eec53a9-154e-45e5-866d-c14dd942e3ddGathering crisis information from the general public provides new insights into events happening in near real-time._dd550e15-d4ad-4de9-abf5-6d6db15d9d1eTo use the lessons learned from Kenya to create a platform that allows anyone around the world to set up their own way to gather reports by mobile phone, email and the web - and map them._650a1864-5509-407c-85f7-b0c70a08efeeInformation Collection and VisualizationTo create a platform that any person or organization can use to set up their own way to collect and visualize information._1a3814d0-2f5d-4836-b712-6172c455fd74The core platform will allow for plug-in and extensions so that it can be customized for different locales and needs. This tool will be tested and made available as an open source application that others can download, implement and use to bring awareness to crises in their own region. Organizations can also use the tool for internal monitoring purposes. 2010-02-08http://www.ushahidi.com/aboutArthurColman (www.drybridge.com)colman@drybridge.com