Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT)

The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) is a nonprofit organization that uses crowdsourcing to create detailed maps of vulnerable and underserved areas worldwide. Volunteers, often with local knowledge or mapping skills, contribute by adding roads, buildings, and other features to digital maps. These maps help emergency responders, aid organizations, and communities plan and respond more effectively during disasters, health crises, or development projects. HOT's work enhances situational awareness and resource allocation, ultimately supporting efforts to improve safety, resilience, and access to essential services for those in need.