“Mapathon” to help war-torn villages in the Middle East

Come to a “mapathon” to help villages destroyed by war in the middle east get recognized by online mapping programs. This mapathon event is organized by Palo Alto teens in partnership with Rebuilding Alliance, an organization dedicated to rebuilding war-torn communities and bringing the world together to make them safe. The vision of Rebuilding Alliance is a just and enduring peace in Israel and Palestine founded upon equal rights, security and opportunity for all.

Participants only need to bring a laptop- all instruction will be provided on how to start mapping using OpenStreet editor.  This event qualifies for community service hours for PAUSD.  Sponsored by the City of Palo Alto’s Think Fund Program. Mediterranean-themed dinner will be provided.

This event is geared towards teens, but volunteers of all ages are welcome.

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Victoria Thorp

Victoria is the founder and editor of Palo Alto Pulse and has lived in Palo Alto since 2007. Victoria's diverse professional background includes working as the editor of GreatSchools.org , as a senior writer for KIPP and Teach for America, and as a radio producer for City Visions on KALW (91.7FM San Francisco). She is a graduate of Leadership Palo Alto and a member of the Palo Alto Partners in Education Advisory Board.

She has a BA in English from Tufts University and Masters in Education and Secondary Teaching Credential in English from UCLA.