Map+ Challenge 2026

About the Challenge

The GeoMundus Map+ Challenge 2026 invites participants to demonstrate how cartography and geospatial analysis can contribute to disaster management and resilience. Participants are encouraged to create maps that communicate information effectively, support decision-making, and raise awareness about hazards and their impacts.

Theme: Disaster Management

Submissions may address:

• Natural hazards (floods, earthquakes, landslides, wildfires, droughts, storms)
• Risk assessment and preparedness
• Emergency response and recovery
• Climate-related disasters and adaptation
• Vulnerability, exposure, and resilience analysis
• Humanitarian mapping and crisis management

For further context on the conference theme and detailed disaster categories, refer to the main GeoMundus 2026 website.

Eligibility

• Open to all registered attendees of the GeoMundus Conference
• Individual and team submissions accepted
• Each participant or team may submit one entry
• Submitted work must be original and created specifically for the Map+ Challenge 2026

Submission Requirements

Each submission must include:

• A high-resolution digital map in one of the following formats: PDF, PNG, or interactive web map (publicly accessible link)
• A brief description (max 200 words) outlining the map's concept, purpose, design choices, data sources, intended audience, and expected impact

Recognition

• All selected participants will receive an official certificate
• Winning entries will be showcased during the GeoMundus Conference
• Outstanding maps may be featured on GeoMundus communication channels with appropriate credit