At the Sahana Software Foundation, our primary mission is to save lives. To achieve this, we provide information management solutions to help organizations prepare for disasters. Today, we proudly announce a major success. Specifically, a new landmark report in Poland recognizes our open-source platform, Sahana Eden, as a key technological solution. The report is titled “Lessons from the Crisis: Systemic Recommendations” (“Lekcje z kryzysu: rekomendacje systemowe”).
A Collaborative Effort for Systemic Change
Between 2022 and 2025, crisis response in Poland faced huge challenges. For instance, these ranged from the refugee crisis to severe flooding. Consequently, these events highlighted a critical need. Aid groups must move from simple spreadsheets to professional integrated systems.
We are honored to have contributed to the working group led by the Mapuj Pomoc network. As a result, the produced document guides government administration and NGOs. Ultimately, its goal is to build a safer and more resilient system for the future.
Sahana Eden: Verified in Action
Notably, the report explicitly recommends Sahana Eden for resource management. It mentions that our partner, Stowarzyszenie TRATWA, is currently testing our system. Therefore, they use it to manage organizations, resources, projects, and requests effectively.
Furthermore, the report highlights a key feature of Sahana Eden: it works offline. This capability is vital in crisis zones where internet connectivity is often unstable. Because of this, aid distribution and volunteer coordination can continue without interruption.
Standardization and Interoperability
In addition, the recommendations in the report align perfectly with our support for open standards, such as Open Referral. Specifically, the document calls for two main changes:
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Systemic mapping: Authorities should monitor warehouse resources at municipal and regional levels.
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Data exchange: NGOs and government bodies need a cohesive system to exchange information.
By utilizing Sahana Eden, organizations can structure their data efficiently. Consequently, this makes the data ready for standard-based exchange. This approach reduces information chaos and prevents the duplication of efforts.
Read the Report
In conclusion, we invite our global community, developers, and humanitarian partners to explore these findings. They prove that open-source technology fits perfectly into national crisis management architectures.
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Visit the Working Group Hub: Learn more about the initiative at Mapuj Pomoc Crisis Management.
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Download the Full Report (PDF): Read the detailed analysis in “Lekcje z kryzysu” here.
Together with our partners in Poland, we are building a system where technology serves humanity when it matters most.
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