Omar Ahmad
Civic Entrepreneur | Smart City Technology Evangelist
Most recently at TED in 2010.
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Omar Ahmad is a civic entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to harnessing technology to improve city life. As the co-founder and former mayor of the award-winning SeeClickFix platform, he empowered residents to report civic issues and collaborate with local governments.
Ahmad now travels the world, advising city leaders on implementing smart city solutions that enhance community engagement and public services. His inspiring keynotes show how data, digital tools, and civic participation can transform urban environments.
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Political change with pen and paper
Want your local politician to pay attention to an issue you care about? Send a monthly handwritten letter, says former mayor Omar Ahmad -- it's more effective than email, phone, or even writing a check. He shares four steps to writing a letter that works.
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