Scaling Global Land Rights through Geospatial Innovation
The Cadastra Story with Amy Coughenoir Betancourt
Join host Valrie Grant for a powerful conversation with Amy Coughenour Betancourt, the CEO of Cadasta, an organization at the forefront of using geospatial technology to advance land and resource rights for marginalized communities worldwide.
In this special episode for Podcasthon, we highlight the transformative power of mapping in securing land tenure rights and socioeconomic security for over 7 million people across 7,000 communities. Amy shares Cadasta’s 10-yearjourney, their impact, and the role of digital mapping and GIS innovation in helping local communities, women, and indigenous groups to gain formal land ownership.
What You’ll Learn:
- The global land tenure crisis – over 1 billion people face insecurity in land ownership
- How geospatial technology is revolutionizing land rights documentation at scale
- The success story of women in Brazil, who gained legal ownership of their homes through efforts from Cadasta
- Why collaborative partnerships with governments, NGOs, and communities are critical
- The future of land monitoring, biodiversity tracking, andsustainable land use
Why This Matters:
Land ownership isn’t just about property—it’s about human rights, economic stability, and generational prosperity. Geospatial data is a game-changer in addressing land tenure challenges in developing countries, ensuring women’sempowerment, and protecting vulnerable communities from displacement.
Support Cadasta:
As part of Podcasthon, we’re raising awareness for Cadasta’s incredible work. Want to help?
Donate to Cadasta: cadasta.org
Support Cadasta’s GoFundMe initiative
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