Paul Conneally: How mobile phones power disaster relief

The video discusses the transformative impact of technology in disaster response, using the 2010 Haiti earthquake as a case study. It highlights the role of SMS and digital volunteers in shaping aid efforts and introduces the Trilogy Emergency Response Application (TERA). The video also explores global examples of technology use in humanitarian contexts, such as in Kibera, Mongolia, and Nigeria, and emphasizes the need for integrating digital strategies in humanitarian models to ensure effective participation and empowerment.

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