Kathmandu Living Labs (KLL) is a pioneering civic-tech enterprise established in 2013. This brand believes in harnessing the power of open-source technology to improve people's lives and challenge the knowledge production paradigm. KLL has built and sustained OpenStreetMap (OSM) communities across Asia, with thousands of volunteers and partners involved.

Their work spans diverse sectors such as climate change and resilience, youth development, civic engagement, map-based surveys, and digital governance. KLL has successfully completed over 30 projects, collaborating with more than 40 organizations and engaging over 5000 people. With a focus on not just technology, but civic technology, they ensure their products have a real impact on society.

KLL operates based on their core values. They prioritize the social, political, and cultural circumstances surrounding technology adoption to create truly impactful solutions. They also advocate for open data and open-source technology, guided by the principles of the open-source philosophy.

Additionally, KLL combines local immersion with global practices through their partnerships, addressing local issues with innovative knowledge