Virtual assistants answer citizens’ pressing questions related to Covid-19
The government of Panama developed two virtual assistants named Rosa and Paco. Both help citizens by answering questions about health and security matters during the coronavirus crisis.
Spending a virtual night out in a wine bar
To provide customers with the possibility to spend time in a restaurant at least virtually, a restaurant organises a virtual night out via Zoom every other evening.
Women in detention make face masks
A reintegration programme for women in prison responded to the coronavirus outbreak by producing face masks from recycled materials.
Calendar for cultural events online
A cultural calendar now lists events that are streamed online and can be enjoyed from home.
Opening a job platform for freelancers, sole traders or micro entrepreneurs
To increase job opportunities for experts in advertising and PR, an existing expert portfolio will be opened to non-members to help them to find work.
A platform for sharing knowledge and skills
An online platform in Italy allows people to easily share their skills and competencies with others.
Corona Tech Handbook
A crowdsourced handbook collects detailed practical information on how to address the currend outbreak of COVID-19.
Multilingual education material
A Norwegian platform offers educational material in Norwegian as well as in the country’s main immigrant languages.
Code word for domestic abuse
In France and Spain women can use code words to report domestic abuse at pharmacies.
3D printing valves for reanimation devices
When parts for reanimation devices can not be delivered through the usual production chains, 3D printing can be an alternative.
Publisher makes medical literature available to download for free
To help a broad public gain knowledge regarding medical issues, a publisher offers free downloads of selected literature.
Solidarity project for vulnerable people
A Greek-wide solidarity platform ensures basic supplies are distributed among vulnerable groups in all municipalities.
A platform for local retailers who offer delivery
To give local retailers a platform and help help consumers to find their services, “Brighton Quarantine Delivery” was set up.
Psychological support for citizens
To meet concerns and psychological stress citizens might experience, a regional government has set up a hotline staffed by psychologists, life coaches and clerical companions.
Provision packages for daily wage workers
Provision packages are being distributed to provide food for daily wage workers in India.