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SAWAN SHARIAR | MS IN ICT, MSS IN ECONOMICS
Sawan has extensive GIS & Data Acquisition experience of over 7 years. He has worked & supported Field Supervision for GIS & Data Acquisition projects from the American Red Cross, World Bank, WaterAid, UNICEF, Deltares NL, One Concern US, and Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT). Sawan had also supported Geospatial data-centric research initiatives from Warwick University-UK, and Independent University-Bangladesh. He supported NIHR's global research project on Health Service Accessibility for Slum Dwellers, conducted by the Warwick University CIM team, where he supported the HH-level Mapping in Korail Slum, creating the first-ever detailed & complete map of the slum area. Most recently, he supported a study project under Mapgive (a U.S. Department of State initiative) and the American Association of Geographers on exploring the secondary impact of COVID-19 in Bangladesh, which intensely collaborated with Colorado State University, Michigan State University, and Harvard University. Besides these, He was the Senior Operation Manager at the Mapping Dept. for Pathao, the leading ride-sharing platform in Bangladesh & Nepal, where he supervised Field Data Acquisition in multiple major cities. He has been an active member of the coordination team of the OpenStreetMap community in Bangladesh, remotely supporting regional & global initiatives like HOTOSM, MissingMaps, and UNMappers through mapping and data validation. He is currently working as a Youth Engagement & Operations Manager for Bangladesh Open Innovation Lab (BOIL). He is currently also a Voting Member, Data Validator for the HOT Validation Pool and a Community WG member for the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT). He is also a Regional Ambassador of Global Tech Support for YouthMappers, a global initiative from Texas Tech, West Virginia, Washington University and the University of Arizona, supported by USAID. He is a former Youth Chief of the Red Crescent Youth, Dhaka College Unit for BDRCS.
His complete mapper profile can be found at: Sawan Shariar
His OSM Profile can be found at: Sawan Shariar
Contacts
Awards/Recognitions
Awards/Recognitions
| 2024 |
Community Organizer of the Year Asia Pacific 2024, Recognized by HOTOSM at SotM 2024 Nairobi Kenya |
2021 |
Regional Ambassador, YouthMappers 2021-22
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| 2024 |
Mentor, YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship 2024, Bangkok, Thailand |
2020 |
Voting Member, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team
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| 2024 |
Best YouthMappers Blog 2024 |
2020 |
Regional Ambassador, YouthMappers 2020-21
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| 2023 |
Speaker, State of the Map Asia 2023, Bangkok, Thailand |
2020 |
Best YouthMappers Blog 2020
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| 2023 |
State of the Map Asia Community Champion Award 2023 |
2020 |
Intern, HOT Data Quality Internship 2020
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| 2023 |
Regional Ambassador, YouthMappers 2023-24 |
2019 |
Fellow Speaker, State of the Map 2019, Heidelburg, Germany
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| 2022 |
Best YouthMappers Blog 2022 |
2019 |
Fellow Speaker, HOT Summit 2019, Heidelberg, Germany
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| 2022 |
Speaker, State of the Map Asia 2022 |
2019 |
Winner, Global YouthMappers Challenge 2019
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| 2022 |
Participant, FOSS4G 2022, Firenze, Italy |
2018 |
Speaker, State of the Map Asia 2018, Bengaluru, India
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| 2022 |
Visiting Fellow, State of the Map 2022, Firenze, Italy |
2016 |
Founder & President, YouthMappers DhakaCollege
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Blog/Dairy/Publication
YouthMappers
Conference Organizer
Conference Organizer
| Year |
Role |
Conference Title |
Participants |
Participate Country |
Logo |
Group Photo
|
| 2024 |
Lead Organizer |
YouthMappers Bangladesh Summit 2024 |
- |
- |
- |
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| 2024 |
Co-lead Organizer |
State of the Map Asia 2024 |
- |
- |
- |
-
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| 2024 |
Co-lead Organizer |
State of the Map Bangladesh 2024 |
- |
- |
- |
-
|
| 2023 |
Lead Organizer |
YouthMappers Bangladesh Summit 2023 |
175 |
01 |
- |
|
| 2019 |
Co-lead Organizer |
State of The Map Asia 2019 |
465 |
19 |
- |
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Contributions are structured according to the years. Please visit the link of years to read the entire contributions.
>>> Sawan Shariar Activity/2024
Activity/2024
| Date |
Activity Type |
For Whom |
Title |
Topics
|
| January 5, 2024 |
Training & Mapathon |
University of Dhaka |
MAPPING THE UNMAPPED BUILDINGS AND ROADS IN LAKSHMIPUR SADAR, CHITTAGONG, BANGLADESH |
HOT TM and ID Editor
|
| January 5-6, 2024 |
Training |
Bangladesh University of Professionals |
TRAINING SESSION ON FUNDAMENTAL OSM FOR THE YOUTHMAPPERS AT BUP |
HOT TM and ID Editor
|
| January 13, 2024 |
Conference |
YouthMappers in Sri Lanka |
Unveiling the Activities of 2023 and Envisioning the Future with the 2024 Annual Activity Plans |
Speaker
|
| January 15, 2024 |
Webinar |
Eastern University Bangladesh |
Opportunities for Students in YouthMappers |
Speaker
|
| January 16, 2024 |
Training |
University of Barishal |
Introductory Session on YouthMappers and OpenStreetMap |
Introduction to YouthMappers & OSM, Basic OSM, ID Editor, HOT TM
|
| January 26, 2024 |
Conference |
Jahangirnagar University |
YouthMappers Conference on Geospatial Technology in Action |
Speaker
|
| February 01, 2024 to May 2024 |
Workshop |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
YouthMappers Regional Validation Hub |
Onboarding call, Basic OSM and mapping, JOSM, OSM Cha + JOSM, OSM Inspector, Keep Right and OSMose, OSMAnd, EveryDoor and Vespucci, Map with AI (RapID), Map Roulette and Mapillary, OpenStreetCam, MapsMe and Map Swipe, Organic Maps and Street Complete, QGIS
|
| February 07, 2024 |
Workshop |
Eastern University Bangladesh |
Connecting With Community: Let's Switch To Mapping |
Introduction to YouthMappers & OSM, Basic OSM, ID Editor, HOT TM
|
| March 01, 2024 |
Training |
University of Barishal |
Introductory Session on OpenStreetMap with ID Editor |
Introduction to YouthMappers & OSM, Basic OSM, ID Editor, HOT TM
|
| March 02-08, 2024 |
Mapathon |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Bangladesh Open Data Day 2024 |
Mapathon & Mapping competitions
|
| March 25, 2024 |
Seminar |
World Vision, Start Network, Open Mapping Hub Asia Pacific, Bari Koi, World University, Bangladesh Open Innovation Lab, and OpenStreetMap Bangladesh |
Stakeholders Meeting for Dhaka City Humanitarian Mapping Initiative |
Seminar
|
| March 26, 2024 |
Workshop |
University of Rajshahi, Eastern University Bangladesh and Eastern University Sri Lanka |
Introduction to OSM ID Editor, Field Mapping, and OSM VS ArcMap |
Example
|
| March 26, 2024 |
Seminar & Training |
Patuakhali Science and Technology University |
PSTU YouthMappers: Orientation, Recognition & Training Launch |
Seminar and Basic OSM
|
| March 27, 2024 |
Seminar |
Open Mapping Hub Asia Pacific |
STAKEHOLDERS MEETING FOR COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS IN BANGLADESH |
Seminar
|
| May 22, 2024 |
Workshop & Mapathon |
YouthMappers & OSM Bangladesh |
Mapathon with OpenStreetMap |
Workshop & Mapathon
|
| June 5-19, 2024 |
Mapping Competition |
YouthMappers Bangladesh & Global |
You Map We Plant |
Mapping Competition
|
| June 09-17, 2024 |
Workshop |
YouthMappers Fellows 2024 |
2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship |
Leadership Fellowship Workshop
|
| June 20, 2024 |
Seminar |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Bring Back Knowledge |
Seminar on sharing knowledge from YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship in Thailand
|
| June 23, 2024 |
Training |
Rangamati Science and Technology University |
Introduction to YouthMappers |
YouthMappers
|
| June 28, 2024 |
Training |
YouthMappers Bangladesh & Global |
Map with AI |
RapID
|
| July 05, 2024 |
Training |
YouthMappers Global |
Utilizing GIS For Flood Mapping |
QGIS & ArcGIS
|
| July 12, 2024 |
Training |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
OSM Data Extraction for Analysis |
Over Pass Turbo, HOT TM, QGIS, GeoFabric, OSM Plannet, OSM
|
| July 29, 2024 |
Training |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Wiki Page Development for YouthMappers Chapter |
Wiki Page Development
|
>>> Sawan Shariar Activity/2023
Activity/2023
| Date |
Activity Type |
For Whom |
Title |
Topics
|
| January 25-26, 2023 |
Workshop |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Participatory GIS Training for Trainers |
Participatory GIS
|
| February 08, 2023 |
Seminar |
Noakhali University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh |
Introduction on YouthMappers |
Seminar
|
| February 08, 2023 |
Seminar |
University of Gujrat, Pakiatan |
Introduction on YouthMappers |
Seminar
|
| February 21, 2023 |
Seminar & Mapathon |
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University |
International Mother Language Day with mapathon and mapping competition |
Seminar & Mapathon
|
| February 24-25, 2023 |
Mapathon |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Solidarity mapathons for Syria and Turkey |
Mapathon
|
| March 08, 2023 |
Seminar & Mapathon |
YouthMappers Asia and Jahangirnagar University |
Empowering Women in Geospatial Technologies |
Empowering Women in Geospatial Technologies; International Women's Day Special Mapathon
|
| March 12, 2023 |
Seminar |
Easterrn University Bangladesh |
Opportunities for CSE students in YouthMappers and Open Mapping Technology |
Opportunities for CSE students in YouthMappers and Open Mapping Technology
|
| March 31, 2023 |
Workshop and Mapathon |
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology |
Workshop on OSM and Mapathon Contest |
Basic OSM, ID Editor, HOT TM
|
| June 2023 |
FGD |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
FGD with Chapter Focal |
FGD
|
| June 6-7, 2023 |
Workshop |
Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Mymensign |
Participatory Mapping with OpenStreetMap for Humanitarian & Disaster Response Preparedness |
Introduction to YouthMappers. Basics of OpenStreetMap. Practical OSM editing using ID editor. Utilization of the HOT Tasking Manager platform. Mobile data collection applications like OSMAnd, StreetComplete, and Every Door. Creation of questionnaire forms using KoboCollect. Data collection procedures and management of collected data.
|
| June 18, 2023 |
Seminar |
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology |
The exploration of career-based opportunities |
opportunities offered by YouthMappers
|
| June 6-7, 2023 |
Workshop |
University of Dhaka |
Participatory Mapping with OpenStreetMap for Humanitarian & Disaster Response Preparedness |
Introduction to YouthMappers, offering insights into the organization's mission and objectives. In-depth training on the JOSM OpenStreetMap Editor, equipping participants with advanced mapping skills. A foundational understanding of Basic QGIS, enabling members to utilize geospatial data effectively. Proficiency in KoboCollect, with a particular emphasis on questionnaire form creation, data collection techniques, and collecting data management.
|
| July 14, 2023 |
Workshop |
the University of Rajshahi |
Participatory Mapping with OpenStreetMap for Humanitarian & Disaster Response Preparedness |
An introductory session on YouthMappers, outlining the organization's mission and objectives. Exploration of the versatile applications of OpenStreetMap in the context of Bangladesh. A comprehensive introduction to Basic OpenStreetMap techniques. Practical guidance on mapping with the ID editor. An exploration of mobile data collection applications, including OSMAnd, Organic Maps, and EveryDoor. Proficiency in KoboCollect, with a particular focus on form creation and data collection. A live demonstration of fieldwork, geo-data collection, and data management and reporting nuances.
|
| August 2023 |
Competition |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Mapping Competition 1.0 |
Mapping Copetition
|
| August 2023 |
Hackathon |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Disaster Hackathon Bangladesh 2023 |
YouthMappers Focal and Mentor
|
| October 10, 2023 |
Training |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Training on MapSwipe |
MapSwipe
|
| October 27, 2023 |
Training |
Jahangirnagar University |
Connecting the Dots: Mapping Roads with AI |
RapID
|
| November 16-18, 2023 |
Conference |
OSM Asia |
State of the Map Asia 2023 & FOSS4G Thailand |
Presentation/Speaker
|
| November 2023 |
Competition |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
"Color Your Maps" celebrations for GIS Day and OSM GeoAwareness Week |
Poster Competition using QGIS
|
| November 24-25, 2023 |
Training |
Jahangirnagar University |
Training on Geospatial Data in Disaster Risk Reduction |
The significance of OpenStreetMap (OSM) data and innovations in disaster response, emphasizing the role of mapping in shaping future disaster management strategies.
|
| November 25, 2023 |
Seminar |
YouthMappers Africa |
Pre-State of the Map Africa Conference 2023; tips & tricks for success |
Share my conference experiences and offer pertinent tips to ensure a successful and enriching conference experience for the attendees.
|
| December 02, 2023 |
Conference |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
YouthMappers Bangladesh Summit 2023 |
Conference
|
| December 16, 2023 |
Seminar |
Sahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Maritime University, Rajshahi University, and Patuakhali Science and Technology University |
OpenStreetMap: A Tool for Empowerment and Collaboration and What’s Next for This Open Source by Students |
Seminar and Mapathon
|
| December 25, 2023 |
Seminar |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
YouthMappers Bangladesh Year-end Meet Up & Discussion |
Seminar
|
>>> Sawan Shariar Activity/2022
Activity/2022
| Date |
Activity Type |
For Whom |
Title |
Topics
|
| Example |
Example |
Example |
Example |
Example
|
| October 14, 2022 |
Seminar |
University of Barishal |
Introduction to YouthMappers |
Seminar
|
| October 30, 2022 |
Training |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Training on KoboToolBox |
KoboToolBox
|
| October 31, 2022 |
Seminar |
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology |
Experience Sharing Session on SotM 2022 & FOSS4G 2022 |
Seminar
|
| November 18, 2022 |
Seminar |
YouthMappers Bangladesh & PSTU |
Obdervation of OSM GeoWeek and GIS Day 2022 |
Seminar
|
| December 14, 2022 |
Seminar |
OSM Asia and OMH AP |
Open Mapping in the Classroom: Academic Dialogue Series |
Seminar
|
| December 27, 2022 |
Workshop |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
Exploring OpenStreetMap by using QGIS |
OSM & QGIS
|
| December 27, 2022 |
Conference |
YouthMappers Bangladesh |
YouthMappers Bangladesh Year-end Assembly 2022 |
Conference
|
>>> Sawan Shariar Activity/2021
Mr. Sawan has worked for sustainable community development from the beginning of his journey. He has organized several events for the community, especially for university students as well as local NGOs, Organizations and companies. His conducted or organized events are on the chart.
Key stats
| Years |
Workshop |
Seminar |
Conference
|
| 2024 |
Example |
Example |
Example
|
| 2023 |
Example |
Example |
Example
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| 2022 |
Example |
Example |
Example
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| 2021 |
Example |
Example |
Example
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| 2020 |
Example |
Example |
Example
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| 2015-2019 |
Example |
Example |
Example
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Nurturing Local Team: Create YouthMappers Chapters
Sawan Shariar has selected YouthMappers as a Regional Ambassador for the cohort of 2020-2021, 2021-2022, and 2023-2024. During this time, he created YouthMappers chapters in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India.
Stats at a Glance
| Total New Established |
Total Revived |
Total Outreached (Outreach+Est+Revive)
|
| 13 |
05 |
30
|
Affiliated YouthMappers Chapters
| Year |
Category |
Country |
University |
Chapter |
University Logo
|
| 2024 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Rangamati Science and Technology University |
RMSTU YouthMappers |
|
| 2024 |
Revived |
Bangladesh |
Dhaka College, Dhaka |
YouthMappers at DhakaCollege |
|
| 2023 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Government Shahid Suhrawardy College, Dhaka |
YouthMappers at GSSC |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Sri Lanka |
South Eastern University of Sri Lanka |
YouthMappers at South Eastern University of Sri Lanka |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Sri Lanka |
University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka |
YouthMappers at USJ-Geo |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
University of Rajshahi |
YouthMappers at RU |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University |
JKKNIU YouthMappers |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Patuakhali Science and Technology (PSTU) |
PSTU YouthMappers |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
India |
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
YouthMappers at IITBhu |
|
| 2022 |
Revived |
Bangladesh |
Eastern University |
YouthMappers at EUB |
|
| 2022 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
University at Barishal |
YouthMappers at BU |
|
| 2021 |
New Established |
Sri Lanka |
Eastern University, Sri Lanka |
YouthMappers at EUSL |
|
| 2021 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Jashore University of Science and Technology |
JUST YouthMappers |
|
| 2020 |
Revived |
Bangladesh |
Khulna University |
OpenStreetMap KU |
|
| 2020 |
Revived |
Bangladesh |
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology |
YouthMappers at SUST |
|
| 2020 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University |
YouthMappers at BSMRMU |
|
| 2020 |
New Established |
Bangladesh |
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University |
YouthMappers at BSMRSTU |
|
Outreached University Name
| Year |
Category |
Country |
University |
University Logo
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology |
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Pakistan |
Lahore College for Women University |
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Pabna University of Science and Technology |
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Islamic University of Technology |
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
University of Asia Pacific |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Cox's Bazar Govt. College |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Brac University |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Islamic University Bangladesh |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Cox's Bazar City College |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
University of Global Village |
.
|
| 2024 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
Bangladesh Agricultural University |
.
|
| 0000 |
Outreached |
Bangladesh |
University of Asia Pacific |
.
|
OSM-related accounts:
sshariar1991
@sshariar1991
cloud.number9
sawan-shariar-006855ba/
