About spatialwhere

Rooted in Kabul. Connected by maps.

We are an independent GIS education initiative helping learners build practical skills, visible work, and the confidence to participate in a global geospatial community.

Why we exist

Geospatial capability should not depend on where you begin.

Talent is everywhere. Access to structured learning, mentorship, professional networks, and opportunities is not.

spatialwhere closes part of that gap with rigorous, human-scale education built around open-source tools. Our learners do not simply follow tutorials: they investigate meaningful questions, document their methods, communicate uncertainty, and publish work they can stand behind.

We work from Kabul with an international outlook. Local context makes the learning relevant; globally recognized practices make the skills portable.

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Practical by design

Every concept moves toward a real task, workflow, map, or analysis.

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Human-scale learning

Small cohorts and thoughtful feedback help learners stay seen and supported.

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Open and connected

We use open tools, share reusable resources, and build bridges to wider practice.

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Ethics in the workflow

Consent, uncertainty, privacy, and responsible communication are core skills.

Kabul / Afghanistan / 34.5553° N
Meet the people

A small team with a wide field of view.

Educators, practitioners, and partners shape a learning environment grounded in care, clarity, and professional standards.

Meet our team
320+learners supported
18provinces represented
42open resources
87%program completion