# Bringing Refugee Camps Into Focus Google Earth Maps Refugee Crises By Dee Sandin | Published 2008-04-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bringing-refugee-camps-into-focus-google-earth-maps-refugee-crises References: [cnn](http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/04/08/google.refugees.ap/index.html) & Notice: Undefined index: host in /home/jeremy/public_html/thcp/core/core.functions.php(637) : eval()'d code on line 3 [Google Inc](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/map-update). unveiled a new feature today for its popular mapping programs that will spotlight the movement of refugees around the world. Users with Google Earth, [UNHCR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moving-for-change) will have access refugee information. The maps were developed to aid humanitarian operations and help inform the public about the millions of people who have fled their homes due of violence or hardship. Take the time to download satellite images of [refugee hot spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergency-refuge-shelter) such as Darfur, Iraq or Colombia and see where the refugees have come from and what problems they face. I have the photo of this little face on my desktop background to remind me everyday to do something, even if it's just a prayer. I dare you to look at these images and not feel anything. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mapping Refugee Movements:** The new feature on Google Earth maps refugee crises, providing valuable information on the movement of refugees worldwide. - **Humanitarian Operations Aid:** The development of mapping tools by Google aids humanitarian operations by providing crucial insights into refugee hot spots and their challenges. - **Public Awareness of Refugee Crises:** Google Earth's refugee mapping feature informs the public about the millions of people affected by violence and hardship, encouraging empathy and action. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** The technology industry can leverage Google Earth's refugee mapping feature to develop innovative tools and services for humanitarian organizations. - **Humanitarian:** The humanitarian industry can use Google Earth's mapping feature to enhance their operations and better understand the movement and challenges of refugees. - **Social Impact:** The social impact industry can utilize Google Earth's refugee mapping feature to raise awareness and drive support for organizations working to address refugee crises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Park-Navigating Map Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/map-update.md) - [Global Location Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthguessr.md) - [AR-Enabled Google Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-7.md) - [AI-Enhanced Map Softwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-maps-ai.md) - [Historical Photographic Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/historical-street-view.md) - [AI-Powered Global Facts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geofacts.md) - [AR-Based Map Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-maps-1.md) - [Smartphone Map App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mapapp-feature.md) - [Advanced Image-Searching Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-4.md)