DOT is a youth-led movement of daring social innovators who have the tools, knowledge, and networks to create opportunities and transform their own communities.
We support youth to become innovators and leaders, and to create and apply digital solutions that have positive impact in their communities.
We believe in
the power of
YOUTH-LED INNOVATION.
We believe that communities can be shaped by empowering youth to create SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVES
inspired by community needs.
We believe that social innovation is accelerated when supported by DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY.
Our VISION
Communities around the world shaped by daring social innovators.
Our MISSION
Create a youth-led movement of daring social innovators who have the tools, knowledge, and networks to create opportunities and transform their own communities.
We work with youth, the private sector, governments, and community-based organizations towards a collaborative vision of communities around the world shaped by daring social innovators.
Our growing network of 6,000 youth have created opportunities for 1 million people in communities across Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Indigenous Canada.
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with locally-managed offices in Ethiopia, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Rwanda, South Africa, and Tanzania, we work in 25 countries as development innovators and catalysts.
Youth-led
We believe in the power and potential of young people.
Digital
We believe that locally relevant digital technology can accelerate and increase positive social impact.
Inclusive
We bridge gender and social barriers.
Local
We support local social innovators, local communities, and local staff.
Open
We are clear and transparent about our work and results.
Collaborative
We collaborate across sectors and geographies to achieve positive social impact.
DOT is a registered non-profit corporation in Canada, with charitable status under the Canadian Revenue Agency.
Meet Our Team