Is your municipality attracting expats? Discover 5 actionable strategies to smoothly connect newcomers to their local neighborhood via digital and physical tools.
Hoplr connects residents with each other and with the municipality. Through a local, privacy-friendly platform that stimulates engagement and neighbour assistance—without algorithms, advertisements, or distractions.
More than 250 local authorities and 1,200,000 citizens are using Hoplr
Make communication personal, reliable and locally relevant again
This is how municipalities strengthen participation, interaction, and privacy with Hoplr
Is your municipality attracting expats? Discover 5 actionable strategies to smoothly connect newcomers to their local neighborhood via digital and physical tools.
In 2016, Mechelen took a bold step by partnering with Hoplr. Now, nearly a decade later, the city is a pioneer in neighborhood communication with over 50% household participation. Through Hoplr, Mechelen fosters strong social ties and community involvement, boasting an impressive 1,682 monthly posts and a 41.1% success rate in resolving help requests. By 2030, the city aims for 70% community adoption, further boosting participation and trust.
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"The audience is now much more diverse than before. We are now reaching many young adults and a larger number of women. Hoplr is now an integral part of Terneuzen. We regularly receive questions from council members asking if a certain message has already been shared via Hoplr."
A unique social network
for the neighbourhood
High adoption, sustainable growth
Up to 60% of residents join Hoplr. Thanks to a thoughtful launch campaign, strong word-of-mouth referrals, and continuous inflow through personal invitations.
Reach everyone in the neighbourhood
From young families to active neighbours, from less digitally skilled to
non-native speakers: Hoplr is easy to use and designed to engage truly everyone.
Strengthen social cohesion
From online connections to offline meetings. More than 40% of Hoplr users meet a new neighbour in person within the first year.
How do citizens use Hoplr?
Hoplr offers the right solution for
Neighbourhood network and communication
Build strong neighbourhoods with safe, low-threshold communication.
Reach and engage citizens with inclusive, alternative forms of participation.
Connect requests for help with available support within the neighbourhood.
Organizations and associations
Support the local association life with more visibility and interaction.
Why should governments invest in local community building right now? What can you do to connect and engage more residents?
60 pages with clear concepts and practical tips for sustainable and caring neighbourhoods.
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Award-winning platform for community engagement
"Seal of Excellence" of the European Commission for innovation, implementation and impact.
WINNER World Summit Awards 2020 in the category Government & Citizen Engagement.
WINNER European Social Services Award 2020 in the category Technology Tool.