Overview
The Grassroots Innovation Taxonomy Repository is a structured classification system designed to identify, document, and organize undocumented grassroots innovations. It aligns with National Innovation Foundation criteria to make community-driven solutions visible, searchable, verifiable, and fundable.
Purpose
- Classify grassroots innovations using standardized criteria
- Enable discovery and validation of local solutions
- Support funding and incubation opportunities
- Preserve indigenous and community knowledge
- Bridge informal and formal innovation ecosystems
Taxonomy Domains
Agriculture Healthcare Energy Water & Sanitation Mobility Livelihood Tools Environment Assistive DevicesUse Cases
- Innovation research and academic study
- National Innovation Foundation documentation
- Impact investment discovery
- Policy and development programs
- Innovation ecosystem mapping
Mission
To create a global classification infrastructure that enables recognition, documentation, funding, and scaling of grassroots innovations originating from communities worldwide.