Kathmandu Living Labs

Kathmandu Living Labs Kathmandu Living Labs (KLL) is a non-profit tech company that works at the intersection of emerging mobile and web technologies in Nepal.

Kathmandu Living Labs harnesses local knowledge, develops open data and promotes civic technologies. Open data is our strategy and OpenStreetMap is our tool. At Kathmandu Living Labs, we attempt to connect technologies to difficult problems people face in their everyday lives. Through the years of experience, we have learned that technology is only a part of the puzzle in creating technology-based

solutions. Successful implementation of technology-solution requires choreography of bringing together a number of elements forming an ecosystem. Our emphasis at Kathmandu Living Labs is on cutting-edge web 2.0 and participatory technologies that empower and engage citizens in working with government and development agencies to address problems collectively.

📢 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team 📢We’re looking for motivated and thoughtful individuals for the following roles at Kathman...
23/02/2026

📢 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team 📢

We’re looking for motivated and thoughtful individuals for the following roles at Kathmandu Living Labs:

🔹 Research Assistant (RA) – Mapping-Enabled Platform Economy
🔹 Communication Associate

If you’re interested in research, storytelling, maps, and creating real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Find full details here:
https://kathmandulivinglabs.org/work-with-us

đź“© Please send your CV, a short cover letter, and a writing sample (if available) to [email protected]

🗓️ Application Deadline: March 7, 2026
(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.)

Feel free to share this opportunity with someone who might be a great fit.

Students from UC Davis, as part of the Community, Technology, and Sustainability in Nepal (Winter Break Intensive) progr...
20/01/2026

Students from UC Davis, as part of the Community, Technology, and Sustainability in Nepal (Winter Break Intensive) program, explored how mobile mapping and spatial data collection tools can support sustainable tourism.

Working in Machhapuchhre Rural Municipality, students collected field data using mobile apps and later developed web maps to highlight local tourism assets.

Kathmandu Living Labs (KLL) played a key role by introducing mapping tools, guiding data collection, and mentoring students throughout the process, in collaboration with the Hands-On Institute.

A meaningful blend of education, technology, and community engagement.

A team of undergraduate students from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)-Miriam Freedman, Charles Peterson, Victoria ...
16/01/2026

A team of undergraduate students from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)-Miriam Freedman, Charles Peterson, Victoria Yakes, and Thomas Zidarescu-successfully completed an Interactive Qualifying Project (IQP) in collaboration with Kathmandu Living Labs (KLL).

This project focused on a deep understanding of "navigation culture" and the performance of mapping applications within the Kathmandu Valley. The study was executed on the ground to gather practical insights into local wayfinding practices and the real-world reliance on digital maps by residents and professionals.

The WPI team employed a rigorous, multi-faceted methodology that included city immersion, head-to-head navigation testing, and rerouting and user-error experiments repeated across different routes in Kathmandu. They developed a structured scoring system to rate different national and international mapping applications across weighted categories, such as ETA accuracy and landmark indication, to generate objective and comparable performance results.

Furthermore, the students conducted search engine stress-tests and taxi-ride observations to observe how drivers actually use maps, ensuring their findings were grounded in genuine user habits and local conditions.

From data to decisions. From maps to impact. Thank you for being part of our journey. Happy New Year 2026.
01/01/2026

From data to decisions. From maps to impact. Thank you for being part of our journey.
Happy New Year 2026.

We are contributing and urge everyone to help in this crisis.📢📢 MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 📢📢 A 7.7 and 6.4-magnitude earthq...
31/03/2025

We are contributing and urge everyone to help in this crisis.

📢📢 MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 📢📢

A 7.7 and 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar on March 28, 2025, causing 1,000+ deaths and massive destruction.

The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) and Myanmar's OSM community are mapping building footprints and roads to aid response and recovery efforts.

Please contribute to this project by mapping building footprints and road networks:

-🏠 https://tasks.hotosm.org/projects/18571 (Intermediate-Advanced Mappers)
- 🛣️ https://tasks.hotosm.org/projects/18573 (Intermediate-Advanced Mappers)
- 🏠 https://tasks.hotosm.org/projects/18577 (Beginner Mappers)

Your contribution can make a real difference!

🚀 Calling All Mobile Wizards! 🚀We are looking for a creative and skilled Mobile Application Developer to join our innova...
24/08/2024

🚀 Calling All Mobile Wizards! 🚀

We are looking for a creative and skilled Mobile Application Developer to join our innovative team. If you're passionate about turning ideas into impactful apps, this is your chance to shine!

Check the details here: https://bit.ly/kll-mobile

SHARE if you know anyone who would be a good fit!
Interested applicants can submit their application letter and updated CV, mentioning the position in the subject line, at [email protected]

We celebrated OpenStreetMap’s 20th birthday with the mapping party at Nepal Banepa Polytechnic Institute ! During this e...
10/08/2024

We celebrated OpenStreetMap’s 20th birthday with the mapping party at Nepal Banepa Polytechnic Institute !

During this event, we updated the geographical data of Musikot, including roads, buildings, and other key features. Participants received hands-on training in OpenStreetMap editing, enhancing their mapping skills and knowledge.

It was a fantastic day of sharing knowledge and contributing to our community’s map!

Address

1474 Lamtangin Marga
Kathmandu
44616

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 05:00

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+97714720136

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