How Akvo works
Akvo makes it easier to do four things:
FIND PROJECTS TO FUND
Akvo makes it clear where your money goes. When people or institutions fund Akvo projects, they're changing the lives of real people in real places. Funders choose the projects they want and watch progress unfold as the community teams share updates via SMS, photos and movie clips.
FIND DONORS TO FUND YOUR PROJECT
Akvo cuts bureaucracy and paperwork for NGOs around the world who today find that process burdensome. They can post projects in a simple manner without being forced through complex steps. All partners are from trusted networks. We make it easier and quicker for them to find the right kind of funds.
REPORT ON PROJECT PROGRESS
Akvo Really Simple Reporting (RSR) makes it easy for local communities and field teams to share short text updates, images and films clips, creating a positive feedback loop. Donors and fundraisers follow project progress online and can showcase storylines automatically in their own websites using Akvo Widgets. NGOs can work with more partners because we offer a common standard for project updates.
SHARE WATER AND SANITATION KNOWLEDGE
Akvopedia works just like Wikipedia. It is filled with information on smart and affordable water and sanitation technology in rural or urban settings. Anyone can contribute knowledge and edit Akvopedia. Local field workers get access to new ideas for their projects, and can share knowledge in new ways. For those with good content but who are short of time to share it, Akvopedia offers free editorial services.
