GRID3

We just published v4.0 of our #Nigeria settlement extents! We added new blocks in urban and semi-urban areas and removed falsely detected settlements that were identified during fieldwork. Let us know what you’re doing with the data! Access here: data.grid3.org/datasets/GRID3…

We recently provided support to the EPI's rapid #polio response in Maniema Province, #DRC. We provided 268 #vaccination area maps, 2 health zone maps, and 30 health area maps + trained 76 staff on how to use Novel-T’s Geospatial Tracking System and GEOPH’s Vaccine Buddy tools.

The 2nd phase of the Kano Spatial Capacity Building Project is underway! We're turning to capacity building at all 172 apex #health facilities in the 15 Local Government Areas that have the highest rates of #zerodose children in Kano. Work will continue over next 3 months. #NGA

We recently contributed to rapid #polio response in Tshuapa, #DRC. We provided 72 #health area maps + 3 health zone maps identifying where health workers would be deployed, trained 153 on using GTS/Vaccine Buddy tools, + supported 589 #vaxx teams/241 local supervisors w/ tracking

We recently partnered w/ #Kano State Bureau of Statistics for a capacity-building session around geospatial #data and evidence-based planning among bureau staff. Session boosted knowledge + skills, as well as strengthened bureau ownership over data.

We're proudly participating in the first joint #SMC-#AMP annual meeting in Kampala, Uganda. Engaging w/ colleagues from around the world, sharing our experiences and best practices with other orgs involved in #ITN distribution + #malaria chemoprevention.

In Kano #NGA we've led workshops to validate core spatial data for microplans that are used in #vaxx campaigns for zero-dose children. 1K+ participated + 19,880 settlements/621 health facilities were validated. 2nd phase of the project is underway + focuses on capacity building.

NEW DATA: W/ partner @WorldPopProject, we've published version 4.4 of our #DRC #population estimates! Includes gridded pop. estimates for all 26 provinces. With this step, we've reached the major milestone of mapping the entire DRC. Data here: bit.ly/3HZEFpt

We have officially wrapped the @gavi Equity Accelerator Fund project in #DRC. We worked with many partners to bridge #data gaps and empower local #health officials w/ the tools they need to reach every child. We'll use the data to continue supporting health efforts across DRC.

NEW #DATA: W/ partner @ciesin, we’ve published v8.0 of our #DRC settlement names, #health facilities, health areas + health zones. The datasets now cover all 26 provinces! We've reached the milestone of mapping the entire DRC, one province at a time. bit.ly/462TkcD

With publication of v8.0 of our #DRC datasets + v4.4 of our DRC #population estimates, our major effort to #map the whole country has crossed the finish line! This major milestone was reached in partnership with @Esp_Kin, @ciesin + @WorldPopProject. Data bit.ly/3IMWTuZ

We're supporting a crucial @NphcdaNG #measles-rubella child #vaxx campaign in Bayelsa State. We collected geospatial #data w/ @fact_fdn to produce 467 ward-level maps + trained vaccinators on using the maps. We continue to help ensure NGA health campaigns have a lasting impact.

NEW DATA: We've published 2 important datasets on travel networks in DRC! The first dataset maps road and path locations, while the second helps to calculate travel times for walking and/or motorized travel on those paths and roads. Datasets here: grid3.org/drc

Last week, we held a workshop for health zone officials in Mai-Ndombe Province #DRC, distributing 310 microplanning maps, training 52 officials, + promoting uptake of geospatial data/tools for RI. This is part of our work portfolio w/ @UNOPS, supported by @gavi's EAF.

We're back from a successful @GRID3 team retreat in Nairobi! A great week of progress review, focused planning, cross-country sharing, and technical deep dives with our #NGA and #DRC teams. We are ready to tackle the next phase of our work with renewed focus!

NEW #DRC DATA: v7.0 of our DRC settlements, #health facilities, health areas/health zones dataset, produced with @ciesin. The data now cover 22 provinces. Equateur, Nord Ubangi, and Sud-Kivu provinces are all new to the dataset. Access here: bit.ly/3IMWTuZ

We just published 2 new datasets on #roads + paths in #Nigeria! The 1st maps road/path locations, while the 2nd calculates travel times for walking and/or motorized travel. These #maps can help stakeholders better plan delivery of essential services. Data: grid3.org/nga

On 9/20 we + @UNOPS held a workshop in Tshuapa Province #DRC to distribute GRID3 microplanning + base #maps + promote use of geo- #data/tools for RI. Produced + distributed 326 maps across province #health zones + trained 47 officials. Supported by Gavi’s Equity Accelerator Fund.

Last month we supported a training in Oyo State, #NGA, ahead of the #measles + #rubella vaxx campaign. We trained 149 LGA focal persons how to use geospatial maps and how to develop/review daily implementation plans. Also printed 1755 updated maps and gave them to every Oyo ward.

🚨 New study: A Bayesian model maps population in Kasaï-Oriental, #DRC with 1-hectare detail, the first of its kind! Estimated 4.1M people. An important advance for #health planning, #vaccines & emergency response. Read & listen: worldpop.org/blog/further-i…