Technology for social impact

A people-focused design and technology organisation

At Catalpa, we work with people around the globe to create change through design and technology.

We believe international development can work better, and we’re committed to improving it. We integrate technology and behavioural insights with locally-driven solutions to create lasting change.

Our projects connect people, make information accessible, and empower people to make more informed decisions—whether that’s when to visit a medical clinic, how to engage kids in classrooms, or where to direct aid funding.

Our latest projects

Teacher focused education technologies

To improve student outcomes, we need to support their teachers

Tracking aid funding through open data in Myanmar

By making aid transparent, we can make sure it goes where it's needed

Building relationships to make childbirth safer

For safer pregnancies, Liga Inan connects pregnant women and their partners to health providers and quality advice.

Monitoring environmental change in Papua New Guinea

Supporting local populations monitor eco-system health in a changing climate

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No matter the topic, we put people at the centre of our design process.

We use human-centred design and rigorous research to make sure our projects meet people’s needs and encourage positive behaviours. We believe technology should be intuitive, user-friendly, enjoyable and simple.

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