http://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2013/11/digital-drive-aids-philippines-relief-2013111554736683591.html
"Through a web-based platform, interactive maps created at
headquarters are shared with local chapters who can then download the
maps, turn layers of data on/off, and add additional data to tailor maps
to their own needs.
'The American Red Cross has been utilising mobile data collection
domestically in medium-scale disasters since 2007,' Banick said.
'Equipping and training field staff and volunteers to use GPS-enabled
devices with pre-loaded damage assessment survey questions has enabled
the production of digital maps that display survey results and photos of
damaged areas.
'These maps can be updated in real-time as assessments are ongoing.'"
Volunteers, NGO's, and governmental bodies can work together to create helpful maps to show where help is needed most. This saves on effort and helps with overall understanding of the facts on the ground. Win-win for everybody!
Internet Collective Action is people organizing in a nonhierarchical manner to accomplish a particular goal. The reward is in the doing, and how much or how little anyone participates is completely voluntary, depending on their abilities and commitment to the goal. By this process amazing things can be accomplished. ICA will grow so long as the Internet is free. http://www.lisamcpherson.org/pc.htm is an example of ICA.
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