About us

Akvo creates open source web and mobile software, and builds networks of skilled partners that can change the way development aid is allocated and reported.

This is important, because it improves the way projects are implemented in some of the poorest parts of the world, making them more effective, efficient, sustainable and visible. Many of our partners focus on water and sanitation, but we now also cover health, education, economic development and IT projects.

The system is designed to appeal to a new generation, who want to see online where their money is being spent. In Akvo, money flows quickly because donors choose what to fund and follow progress online. Knowledge is shared and people can use these storylines to build exciting new campaigns and networks. We've also built some neat widgets that make it easy to embed projects in other websites.

We are a non-profit foundation with staff in the Netherlands, Britain, Sweden and California. The Akvo platform is open source and we encourage others to build on and improve these tools, or adapt the platform for other purposes.

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