Innovation Initiative: Digital Futures for Development

Winrock International believes the application of information and communication technologies for development (ICTD) can dramatically accelerate social and economic progress and make the connection between ideas, information, knowledge and experience. To that end, Winrock explores new ways technology alone, or combined with other development mechanisms, can address the diverse challenges people face.

ChoiceWare™ is Winrock's customized decision-support software designed to provide tools for local connectivity options, technical assistance and training.

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Expertise - Information and Communications Technology for Development Strategic Planning - Assisting organizations and governments develop effective approaches for field implementation.

Municipal Level e-Governance Services - Promoting decentralization and citizen access to services through training, capacity building and technology applications.

Private Sector Partnerships - Creating successful alliances between entrepreneurs and technology companies for affordable technology-based products and services for low-income populations.

ICTD and Clean Energy Systems - Designing and distributing guides and toolkits for powering information and communication technology projects using off-grid renewable energy systems.

Ecosystem Monitoring & Evaluation - Using advanced technologies in aerial survey systems to assess and monitor land use change, quantify stored carbon, and track biodiversity.

Volunteer Technical Assistance - Harnessing the knowledge and experience of seasoned ICTD professionals to provide specialized assistance.