Aktivisda

Aktivisda is a free, web-based application that enables activists to create visuals such as posters and social media graphics in their organization’s brand colors. It offers a user-friendly interface accessible through a web browser, requiring no downloads or user accounts.

Key features

• Browser-based editor: Create visuals without downloading software.
• Organization-specific templates: Pre-designed layouts adhering to brand guidelines.
• Customizable instances: Each organization can have its own tailored version.
• Static architecture: Requires minimal server resources, with client-side image processing.
• Open-source foundation: Licensed under AGPLv3, allowing for community contributions.

Best use cases

• Event promotion: Designing posters for meetings, demonstrations, or campaigns.
• Social media activism: Creating shareable graphics for online advocacy.
• Decentralized movements: Maintaining brand consistency across large, distributed organizations.

Pros & Cons

• ✅ Free and open-source
• ✅ Easy to use for non-designers
• ✅ Ensures brand consistency within organizations
• ✅ Minimal server requirements and maintenance
• ✅ Customizable for specific organizational needs
• ❌ Limited features compared to comprehensive design tools
• ❌ Requires separate instances for each organization
• ❌ Not intended for quick, non-organizational use
• ❌ May have a learning curve for setting up custom instances