When I first joined G-SIG Timor-Leste two years ago, I never imagined how maps could become a lifeline for communities. For many people, a map is just a tool to show directions or places. But in disaster-prone areas like in a country like Timor-Leste, maps can mean the difference between safety and vulnerability. Through this blog, I going to write…
Dili, May 2, 2025 – G-SIG successfully organized a training for 40 young participants on geospatial tools for addressing climate change. As part of G-SIG’s ongoing “Youth-led in Geospatial Data Tech for Climate Change” program in Timor-Leste. This special session brought together young people who have already been involved with the program to further strengthen their skills. In this session,…
We are thrilled to kick off this groundbreaking initiative, empowering young changemakers to leverage geospatial technology in the fight against climate change. This month, 40 passionate youth have joined the program, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared commitment to driving climate action through innovative mapping solutions. Participants will use GIS tools to identify and map vulnerable areas impacted by climate…
Dear Applicants and Fellow Mappers, We are excited to announce that the results of the Youth-Led Geospatial Data for Climate Change program are out! Please check your email for an important message from us regarding your interview schedule and time. We sincerely appreciate your interest in this initiative and look forward to meeting you during the interviews. This will be…
From November 28 to 30, 2024, G-SIG successfully implemented an Outreach Workshop targeting youth from universities and selected secondary schools in Dili. The focus was on introducing the use of GIS tools such as OpenStreetMap and QGIS for mapping activities. The main objective of this three-day training session was to introduce students and young people to the benefits of using…
Dili, 23–24 October 2024 – The Association of Grupo Sistema Informasaun Geografia (G-SIG) proudly participated in the 5th National Climate Change Conference, held at the CCD Hall in Dili. The event was organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Environment in collaboration with the Climate Change Working Group, and brought together government officials, local and international partners, students, and community…
Hello to all Mappers! G-SIG is excited to announce that we have been given the opportunity to participate in the 5th National Climate Change Conference in Dili, organized directly by the Ministry of Tourism and Environment in collaboration with the Climate Change Working Group. The conference is part of the National Environment Day celebrations on October 25th. During this national…
G-SIG is a youth-led non-governmental organization based in Timor-Leste, dedicated to promoting and advancing geoscience and GIS. The organization focuses on leveraging geospatial data and technology to address environmental risks, climate change, biodiversity, and natural disasters in Timor-Leste. The organization is legally registered under tax number 06/DNRN DGSRN/MJ/II/2023..