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Community Česko.Digital

Česko.Digital is a community of expert volunteers from many fields, from IT to project management to marketing, who spend their free time helping the state and non-profit organizations and changing the Czech Republic for the better. It was founded in 2019 by Jakub Nešetřil, Radka Horáková and Eva Pavlíková. There are currently over 6,000 volunteers in the community, making it the largest civic-tech organization in Europe. The goal of Česko.Digital is a future in which technology serves people, regardless of time, place or social conditions.

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Expert volunteers

The most important ones, without whom it wouldn't work. The community of more than 6,000 expert volunteers from many disciplines ranging from IT to project management to marketing. Their role is irreplaceable - pro bono they have helped or are helping the state and non-profit organizations with digitalization, changing the Czech Republic for the better. And what do some of them have to say about their experience with Česko.Digital ?

I have been through a lot of different courses, webinars and lectures, but here you can learn much more, much faster and for free.
I met new people, I feel like I'm helping a meaningful cause. I feel good that I'm working on a project that has a societal impact.
Česko.Digital I like it overall - from the idea, to the way it was conceived and the projects implemented, to the people involved. It all makes sense to me and I'm a big fan.
I feel very comfortable here - we work as a team, everyone is willing to help, consult, discuss, you get constructive criticism. I learn something new every time and I really feel like I'm moving forward here.
I really enjoyed working with Česko.Digital . It was the first step towards the IT industry.
Česko.Digital allows me to assist with my knowledge and experience and effectively use/transmit what I have learned.
Why Česko.Digital? New challenges and the joy of being able to help.
I am proud of the fact that we did not give up in one weak moment and finally put together a great and persistent team of professionals, which is now pulling the Jehlomat.cz website to a successful end.
I enjoy meeting inspiring people from whom I can draw new experiences and information, and I am also happy when I can help them with something.

Core team

The number of core team members changes irregularly, but the aspirations and values remain the same. With paid staff time and the necessary context, core team is fully committed to organisational development, service design and community care. At the same time, they are creating the organisation's strategy and brand to help achieve its goals. It is also responsible for communicating the benefits and uniqueness of the organization and building relationships with government, non-profits, the public and other organizations.

Eva Pavlíková

Chief Executive Officer

I lead the community Česko.Digital, ensuring its development and direction. Outside of the community, you will most often find me in the role of CEO or Director. My AHA moments.

Jan Kotara

Chief Operations Officer

In my role, I enable others to focus on their tasks and maximise productivity by contributing to the facilitation of the organisation's operations and processes.

Veronika Quek

Chief Strategy Officer - Systemic change

I look after the strategy for the whole organisation to help us make the most of technology in the public sector. I coordinate activities in our systems change map. I make sure our work is meaningful, effective and leads to digital transformation.

Julia Baraniakova

Head of Partnerships

I care about our partners and donors. I am involved in the development of strategy no.d, including financial support and long-term financial stability. I am expanding the network of supporters and expert organizations supporting Česko.Digital on the path to fulfilling our vision.

Romana Pokorná

Programme & Project Lead

I am responsible for the development of the accelerator for non-profit organizations. I work on improving the project methodology. I organize meetings and trainings for volunteers and representatives of the public sphere on given topics.

Anežka Müller

Community Experience Lead

I take care of the functioning of the Česko.Digital community primarily from a volunteer perspective. My goal is to keep our volunteers happy and motivated and to make sure they take away a positive experience. I help set up background processes based on input from the community.

Jindřich Oukropec

Brand Product Owner

I am responsible for the image, reputation and communication strategy of the organisation. I link communication to organisational goals and deal with what we say, to whom and how we say it. I ensure that our messages are consistent and that our values are upheld.

Martina Habová

Marketing & Communication Lead

I am responsible for the visibility and promotion of the community of expert volunteers, their activities and impact. I work with marketing specialists.

Lukáš Návesník

Digital & Production Lead

I manage audiovisual content and lead the well.production team and our learning platform edu.digital. I co-create graphics for social networks, blog articles and educational materials. I act as a liaison between marketing & IT.

Tomas Znamenacek

Programmer

I take care of programming the Česko.Digital website and generally maintaining and developing the internal tools.

Gabriela Chladilová

Data Specialist

I care for both incoming volunteers and individuals from non-profit and public service organizations in our community. I am in charge of community data.

Lujza Kotryová

Service Designer

I am responsible for the design management of the project Digital inclusionto help bridge the digital divide for digitally excluded people. I am making sure that we do not forget them in the digitalisation of the Czech Republic.

Tereza Rybová

Event Lead

I take care of everything related to organizing events at Česko.Digital - hack days, meetups, lectures, conferences. I'm responsible for event strategy, keeping the event plan up to date and I'm in charge of the good-team that helps with the implementation of events.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is composed of experienced experts with different competences. It helps with the direction of the organisation and spreads its good name. It also supports the CEO, consults and proposes solutions for important milestones of the organisation and ensures compliance with legislation and rules. He consults on an ongoing basis and meets every 3-4 months.

Jakub Nešetřil

Startup Founder, Non-Profit Founder, Tech Geek

Dita Formankova

Director & Founder Czechitas, Director Diversity & Inclusion and Communities / Gen

Robert Basch

Corporate Social Responsibility, Manager / Livesport

Michal Bláha

Director & Founder

Ondřej Zapletal

Collaborative Philanthropy and Nonprofit Strategist