NASA Lifelines

We took part in NASA Lifelines Ready for Impact last year, and it was a great experience. One hundred percent support for Rhiannan Price and her team as they help bridge the divide between EO and humanitarian communities.

???Thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a grant from NASA to improve damage detection in armed conflict settings using open satellite data! ??? Our project, *Scalable Conflict Damage Monitoring with Open EO Data*, will be carried out in coordination with the NASA Disasters Program and Marshall Space Flight Center and build on research and outreach especially over the last two years on advancing the science of conflict remote sensing. ?More news to come on hiring opportunities for postdoctoral researchers! ? Corey Scher, He Yin, David Saah, Shanna N. McClain, Ph.D.

Looking to take your satellite data-powered humanitarian work to the next level? The?second annual Ready for Impact program?is an incubator for humanitarians and scientists looking to scale their innovations to improve decision making before, during, or after a crisis. This virtual program will run from February to June 2025, and feature monthly workshops and a pitch showcase. Twenty program finalists will gain access to... - Technical expertise - Humanitarian partners - Pitch training - Connection with funders - Mentorship and support - Participation stipend ??Deadline to apply: January 21st, 2025 ? Don’t wait—apply now:?https://lnkd.in/gxWW5NGK ?

Lifelines Fellow Liz Saccoccia, in collaboration with the World Resources Institute, invites you to join a Supper Club on December 10th.?? ? This event will explore Earth observation applications for water monitoring in fragile contexts. Participants will have the opportunity to give a 3-minute lightning talk about their work, followed by open questions and discussions.?? ? If you’d like to attend, please RSVP at the link in our bio. To sign up for a lightning talk, email Liz Saccoccia at [email protected].

November is National Native American Heritage Month. This month, we honor the history, heritage, culture, and achievements of Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.? ? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial data hold significant potential to support Indigenous communities. From enhancing land stewardship to creating and preserving vital resources, these tools can empower Indigenous voices and stories.?? ? Explore these resources to learn more:? National Land Digital: An interactive map platform that creates spaces where non-Indigenous people can be invited and challenged to learn more about the lands they inhabit, the history of those lands, and how to actively be part of a better future going forward together. https://native-land.ca/ Whose Land: A Canadian-based app to discover the Indigenous land you’re on and access lessons on Indigenous history.?? https://lnkd.in/ejGqHdA4 Syracuse University Libraries: A dedicated space for Indigenous mapping resources, featuring interactive tools, geospatial data, and GIS software.? https://lnkd.in/gYvS2yVY Tribal Marine Stewards Network: The organization is an alliance of Tribal Nations working collaboratively to protect and restore coastal and marine ecosystems. Their work highlights how GIS technology can be used to elevate Indigenous voices, share their stories, and support their efforts in environmental stewardship. https://lnkd.in/gbtgX7B8

Mappy GIS Day! ? Today, November 20th, we celebrate 25 years of GIS Day; an event dedicated to sharing, teaching, and inspiring with the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).?? ? This year’s theme highlights how GIS technology shapes the way we navigate, understand, and explore our world. Communities worldwide are hosting events, and there are activities for all ages to join in the celebration.?? ? Explore these GIS Day resources below: Interactive Map:?Find events near you!?? https://lnkd.in/gqq8RcCv ? What is GIS? A detailed overview of GIS and its capabilities.?? https://lnkd.in/gNnRjP3 ? History of GIS: Discover how GIS started and the emerging technologies shaping its future.?? https://lnkd.in/dHEW4Gg ? Map Gallery: Dive into Esri’s user-created unique maps—from health data to a crowd-sourced StoryMap about a beloved feline friend.?? https://lnkd.in/es9jgG6 ? GIS with Kids: Fun activities for ages 4–11, like mapping favorite colors worldwide.? https://lnkd.in/gqwEBk9y ? GIS with Teens: Help map your community’s trees in a special GIS Day data collection project.?? https://lnkd.in/g69T-n4m ? GIS with Adults: Share your food stories on an interactive map celebrating food and memory.?? https://lnkd.in/gW4hj_z7 Queering the Map: Explore thousands of digitally archived LGBTQ+ experiences—and add your own. https://lnkd.in/dPbpTa6Z ? The Decolonial Atlas: Delve into a collection of maps that challenge our understanding of land, people, and the state. https://lnkd.in/gHgjXGUQ ? Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team: Contribute to ongoing humanitarian mapping projects around the world on this open-source platform. https://lnkd.in/gZncBdCY ? you are here: the journal of creative geography: Browse current and past issues of this annual publication, which examines geographic themes through articles, fiction, poetry, essays, maps, photographs, and art. https://lnkd.in/gmH2NHXf Whether you're learning, mapping, or simply exploring, we hope you have an amazing GIS Day!

Lifelines’ own Liam Bhajan will be giving a talk during UC GIS Week on Wednesday, November 20, from 1–2:30 PM PST. He’ll share insights into Lifelines' mission, recent accomplishments, and ways to get involved!?? ? Hosted by the University of California system from November 19–21, GIS Week features geospatial-focused events for students, staff, faculty, and alumni. All talks are free and open to the public.?? ? Register for all UC GIS Week events through the link below https://lnkd.in/gP97UkTZ

NASA Lifelines Fellowship program is now accepting applications for the Winter/Spring 2025 Fellowship. The term will run from January 6 to July 3 with the possibility of extension for a second term. The program is seeking applicants for two roles: a Community Storytelling Fellow and a Programs Fellow. Applications will be open from November 13 - December 2nd. To learn more about the roles and apply, visit the link below https://lnkd.in/gBacsKKp

NASA Lifelines Supper Club at SatSummit Lisbon is underway! Bill Greer is leading the group on possibilities of a dedicated humanitarian satellite mission!

Lifelines’ Earth Science Review Board met to provide feedback on a humanitarian logistics case for the Logistics Cluster. The goal was to improve real-time road accessibility mapping in Lebanon to enhance the logistical coordination of aid and support efficient route planning through their LogIE platform. ? Key recommendations included: - Data Layers: Leveraging SAR and optical imagery, particularly Sentinel-1 for terrain analysis and Maxar high-resolution imagery, to support real-time monitoring. - Local Partnerships: Integrating data from OSM and UNOSAT and exploring mobility proxies like Uber or social platform data to detect route blockages. - Secure Data Sharing: Safeguarding data with restricted access to protect sensitive routes. ? Thanks to our expert panel – Brian Perlman, Thomas Di Martino, Kelli R., and Joel Myhre – for their invaluable expertise and contributions. ? ?? A Reminder: Humanitarian organizations looking to leverage satellite data in their initiatives are invited to submit projects for review to the Earth Science Review Board. Our multidisciplinary experts are here to guide impactful decision-making in Earth science applications. ? Submit your project here: ?? https://lnkd.in/dzxg6w-A