Why social impact?

We want to build trusted spaces for curiosity and civic collaboration in an era of information abundance and high distrust in digital spaces. Due to the rapid evolution of communication technology, we are faced with novel challenges to our social, political, and economic networks. These include an epidemic of loneliness and new complications for our systems of governance, media, and education. We’re a team of curious researchers, educators, and entrepreneurs who are strongly motivated by the work of addressing stubborn and complex social challenges.

We want to build technology that is designed for intellectual growth. Many educational technology solutions focus on measuring and ranking learners, using tactics that prioritize “engagement” over genuine learning. Educational technology should do more than capture attention—it should spark curiosity and guide people toward discovering their strengths, passions, and interests. We want to help communities connect with knowledge in ways that feel meaningful and permanent, not merely measurable.

We believe that social impact organizations should be empowered with cutting-edge tools to engage their constituents, realize their institutional needs, and navigate complex civic challenges. Schools, libraries, and civic organizations should not have to accept surface-level solutions, vendor lock-in, privacy-invading products, or inflexible systems that fail to address the needs of local communities.

We believe in the profound impact of connected, engaged communities. We understand that building strong community engagement is essential for driving lasting change. While technology plays a significant role in modern social life, our primary focus is on empowering people to think, work, and talk in community. We want to empower citizens to address multidimensional civic concerns with confidence and clarity.