
MEET HTI
MISSION:
- Empowering Human Dignity through Technology -
Our mission is to harness technology and digital assets to empower and advocate for marginalized and vulnerable populations from a social work perspective. At HTI, we not only create but also support others in developing empathic-centered technological tools that greatly enhance efficiency through a multidisciplinary approach. This approach integrates social work, the humanities, and emergency response. We are dedicated to harmonizing qualitative, humanistic analyses with rigorous quantitative methodologies, ensuring a cohesive and authentic user experience that respects technology principles and aligns with the data-gathering standards set by governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations.
OBJECTIVES:
HTI is driven by a team of dedicated professionals committed to providing direct services to the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. With expertise in social work, public health, and a unique blend of academic and lived experience concerning the effects of trauma, HTI prioritizes a human-centered approach grounded in compassion and empathy. Additionally, HTI utilizes academic research and validation methods to create digital assets and field-ready technological tools that offer meaningful support to these populations. Our strategy addresses immediate needs while also fostering resilience, empowerment, and sustainable positive change. This commitment reflects a deep compassion for humanity, transcending differences, conflicts, or circumstances. HTI's initiatives concentrate on the holistic human experience throughout the entire process, from the initial development of UX/UI protocols and data utilization to algorithm implementation and field deployment.
OUR TECHNOLOGY


Published Work

Clean App
Clean is a web-based mobile application that serves as a free resource directory for individuals suffering from substance use disorder. Built within Clean is a personal program that helps improve self-worth through gratitude, mindfulness, and meditation. Clean was presented at the 9th Annual Drug Prevention Summit hosted by Drug-Free America in August 2021 and the University of South Florida's Research Day in February 2022.

ETC App
The ETC App is a web-based mobile and desktop application developed to support Empowered To Change International, a nonprofit agency in Clearwater, Florida. This application has two parallel programs that support participants and ETC personnel by monitoring meeting attendance, work requirements, and all phases of the ETC Program. The pilot program for ETC App began in January 2022 and the initial results are very positive.
In Development

Progressive Risk Matrix
Progressive Risk Matrix (PRM) is a mobile application designed for first responders to help guide the assessment protocols for safety and risk of abuse. This application utilizes new scoring metrics and algorithms that provides a comprehensive score analysis in real time. PRM was developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Hacking Medicine Hackathon in April 2022.

Loremodus
Loremodus is a free therapist directory designed with the assistance of the National Association of Social Workers California, Technology Council. Loremodus uses dynamic filtering based on therapist competencies and specialties to help clients easily find the correct therapist for their needs. Once initial beta testing is completed, Loremodus will transition into a comprehensive telehealth platform.

Recovery Connect
Recovery Connect is a mobile application (in beta mode) that bridges and promotes Certified Peer Specialists to those that are in need of peer support services. Once beta testing is completed, Recovery Connect will transition into a comprehensive telehealth platform for Certified Peer Specialists specializing in substance use disorder and re-entry.
HTI in Action
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