Apps for Democracy is a mashup contest being sponsored by DC’s Office of the CTO. Developers and designers will compete by creating web applications, widgets, Google Maps mash-ups, iPhone apps, Facebook apps, and other digital utilities that visualize OCTO’s Data Catalog, which provides real-time data from multiple agencies to citizens — a catalyst ensuring agencies operate as more responsive, better performing organizations. The contest features 60 cash prizes from $2,000 to $100 dollars for a total of $20,000 in prizes.
I love this concept because it really gets at the collaboration and participation that 2.0 is all about. In fact, it’s a model that more organizations should consider adopting–i.e. copy–as a truly collaborative way to engage internal and/or external audiences.
Have you seen Apps for Democracy?
Published October 21, 2008 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: colloboration, contest, social media
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