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Connecting Communities in Need

We help local agencies and communities prepare for, respond to, and sustainably rebuild from crises.

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When crises occur, we can respond quickly. Learn more about our incident response process, including how to request immediate help during an emergency.

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How we provide support

Incident response

Deployment of emergency networking gear, trained personnel, and cash assistance during crises.

Technology solutions

Development of communications kits, connectivity solutions, technology grants and technical expertise.

Capacity-building

Investment in training Cisco volunteers and strengthening the resilience of impacted communities.

Strategic partnerships

Conscious collaboration with leading nonprofit organizations and emergency response agencies.

Finding solutions together

Working with nonprofit partners, we help create technology-based solutions.

Mercy Corps

In 2017, we launched Technology for Impact, a five-year, $10 million partnership agreement with Mercy Corps.
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NetHope

Cisco helped establish NetHope in 2001 and continues to support its consortium of humanitarian organizations.

Destination: Home

Destination: Home and Cisco are advancing innovative strategies to end homelessness.
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Measurable impact in crisis response

125

Incident responses (campaign, deployment, or technical support) from FY14-23.

15

Countries supported with refugee connectivity deployments.

13.9 M

People in 45 countries benefited from Mercy Corps' Tech4Impact program.

95 %

Of the 13,817 individuals receiving homelessness prevention support through Destination: Home remained stably housed.

Transforming lives

In collaboration with our partners, we use technology to transform lives.

Ushahidi

Using a platform to help people access resources.
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Simprints

Using touchless biometrics to access healthcare.
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Replate and Cisco’s AI for Good

Using machine learning to maximize food recovery.
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Purpose Reporting Hub and Cisco Purpose Report

Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources toward Powering an Inclusive Future for All, where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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Power an inclusive future for all

We combine our technology, people, and broader networks to address society's greatest challenges.