Aayush Chand
I am a Geomatics Engineering graduate currently working as a Geospatial Analyst at Kathmandu Living Labs (KLL). I'm also a contributor to the OpenStreetMap community and a core volunteer in the OSGeo Nepal Chapter, where I support community-building efforts, communication design, and volunteering. With a strong passion for open-source geospatial technologies, I have participated in and contributed to various mapping, GIS, and remote sensing projects, including organizing and mentoring in events like OSM Hackfest, WebGIS Trainings, and map design competitions. I am also a graphic designer and motion design enthusiast, using my creative skills to make geospatial education and outreach more accessible. I am committed to promoting open data, open science, and community collaboration in the geospatial field.
Sessions
This talk showcases OSGeo Nepal’s journey as a new OSGeo local chapter, highlighting its grassroots growth, student-led initiatives, and collaborative projects. It demonstrates how a young, volunteer-driven community can make a meaningful impact through inclusive working groups, regular events, and partnerships with academic and professional organizations.
OSGeo Nepal has been building an inclusive and active open geospatial community, with a strong focus on youth empowerment through open data. By forming a network of over 150 members, OSGeo Nepal is equipping the next generation with tools to access, analyze, and contribute to open datasets.