This library of "DemTools" consists of software, approaches, toolkits and guides that DemTech regards as trusted technology-related resources for the democracy community. It is not meant to be comprehensive, but rather a curated list of tools and resources known by DemTech experts to be valuable for enabling democratic actors to conduct their work in a safe, reliable, and cost effective way.
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An SMS and IVR-based systems for reaching citizens on mobile phones
An online service that enables messaging through SMS, WhatsApp and other social channels.
A global trend tracking, prediction technology and access to fast-changing consumer and citizen sentiment in all countries.
A graphic design tool that enables users to drag-and-drop feature and layouts to easily design beautiful visual content and infographics.
A one-size-fits all solution for visualizing data from a variety of sources, including monitoring, evaluation and learning, stabilization and transition, democracy and governance, and economic development.
A graphic design tool that enables users to drag-and-drop feature and layouts to easily design beautiful visual content and infographics.
An form creation tool that integrates with Google Sheets.
Google product similar to Open EdX, but meant for smaller groups of students in a closed classroom, rather than a massive open online course (MOOC).
A Google service that enables anonymized tracking of user interactions with websites and apps.
A firm that uses SMS, online, voice and in-person survey tools to conduct polls in remote locations or with otherwise difficult-to-reach populations.
Human-centered design frameworks start by identifying who a product is for and then placing them at the center of the product strategy. The Co/Act toolkit adapts and expands this approach to design digital products, services, or campaigns through modular do-it-yourself style activities that are…
The dawn of a new space age is upon us, marked by unprecedented engagement from both state and private actors. Driven by technological innovations such as reusable rockets and miniaturized satellites, this era presents a double-edged sword for global democracy. On one side,…
