Empowering Communities Through Data & Aid

Collecting vital data worldwide and distributing food aid to improve the cost of living for people with modest means

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About Strong N Free Foundation

Strong N Free Foundation is a dedicated non-governmental organization committed to creating positive change in communities around the world. Based in Canada, we work tirelessly to bridge the gap between data-driven insights and real-world humanitarian aid.

Our unique approach combines comprehensive data collection and analysis with direct food distribution programs, ensuring that our efforts are both strategic and impactful. We collaborate with government agencies globally to share crucial data that helps improve the cost of living for people with modest means.

Since our establishment, we have been steadfast in our commitment to transparency, effectiveness, and sustainable community development.

volunteer distributing food to refugees

๐Ÿšจ Food Shortage Alert Board

Real-time updates on critical food shortage situations requiring immediate attention

Critical
๐Ÿ“ Northern Somalia
Severe drought conditions affecting 2.3M people. Urgent need for grain, water purification tablets, and nutritional supplements for children under 5.
Pop: 2.3M affected Updated: Jan 20, 2025
High Priority
๐Ÿ“ Eastern Madagascar
Cyclone aftermath has disrupted food supply chains. 890,000 people in need of emergency food assistance, particularly rice and cooking oil.
Pop: 890K affected Updated: Jan 18, 2025
Critical
๐Ÿ“ Northwest Syria
Winter conditions worsening food security. 1.2M people, including 456K children, require immediate food assistance and heating fuel.
Pop: 1.2M affected Updated: Jan 19, 2025
High Priority
๐Ÿ“ South Sudan (Unity State)
Flooding has contaminated water sources and destroyed crops. 670,000 people facing acute food insecurity, need for protein sources critical.
Pop: 670K affected Updated: Jan 17, 2025
Moderate
๐Ÿ“ Central Afghanistan
Economic instability impacting food accessibility. 1.1M people require food assistance, with focus on fortified cereals and legumes.
Pop: 1.1M affected Updated: Jan 16, 2025
High Priority
๐Ÿ“ Northern Bangladesh
Monsoon damage to agricultural infrastructure. 945,000 people in need of emergency food supplies, particularly in rural communities.
Pop: 945K affected Updated: Jan 15, 2025

Our Data Methodology

Transparent, comprehensive, and collaborative approach to data collection and sharing

Government Resources

We systematically collect and analyze publicly available government data from national statistics offices, census bureaus, and economic departments across multiple countries.

Sources include: National consumer price indices, employment statistics, housing data, and social welfare program information.

NGO Partnerships

We collaborate with established NGOs and humanitarian organizations worldwide to gather ground-level insights and validate our findings.

Partnership benefits: Cross-verification of data, access to community-specific information, and shared expertise in regional challenges.

Ground Staff Network

Our trained field researchers and local coordinators conduct surveys, interviews, and assessments to capture real-time cost of living experiences.

Methods used: Community surveys, focus groups, market price monitoring, and household income assessments.

Advanced Analytics

We employ statistical modeling, trend analysis, and predictive algorithms to process large datasets and identify meaningful patterns.

Techniques include: Machine learning algorithms, econometric modeling, and geospatial analysis for comprehensive data interpretation.

Digital Data Sources

We integrate data from digital platforms, mobile surveys, and online databases to capture modern economic indicators and trends.

Digital sources: Mobile payment data, online marketplace prices, social media sentiment analysis, and digital financial inclusion metrics.

Quality Assurance

Every data point undergoes rigorous validation through multiple verification channels to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Verification process: Cross-source validation, statistical outlier detection, peer review, and regular data audits.

Data Sharing & Collaboration

Our commitment to transparency extends beyond collection. We actively share our processed data and insights with government agencies, international organizations, and research institutions. Our data contributes to platforms like SafetyIndex.net and supports evidence-based policy making worldwide. Through these partnerships, we ensure our research creates maximum impact for communities in need.

Media & Press

Stay updated with our latest news and press releases

January 15, 2025

Strong N Free Foundation Launches Global Data Initiative

We are excited to announce our expanded data collection program that will cover 50+ additional countries, providing crucial cost-of-living insights to government agencies worldwide.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
December 8, 2024

Annual Impact Report: 2.5M People Reached Through Data Sharing

Our 2024 impact report reveals significant growth in our data utilization, with government agencies using our insights to improve policies affecting millions of citizens globally.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
November 22, 2024

Partnership with SafetyIndex.net Enhances Global Safety Data

Our collaboration with SafetyIndex.net strengthens the availability of comprehensive safety and cost-of-living data for researchers and policymakers worldwide.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
October 18, 2024

Emergency Food Distribution Program Expands to 12 New Countries

Strong N Free Foundation announces the expansion of our emergency food distribution network, now reaching vulnerable communities in 12 additional countries across Africa and Southeast Asia.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE

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