Our story
Why We Exist
The Story Behind Understandify
At Understandify, we believe that language should never be a barrier to connection, understanding, or support. In a world where millions of people are displaced and in need of urgent help, communication plays a vital role in ensuring that no one is left behind. That's why we created Understandify – a real-time interpretation app designed to bridge the language gap between refugees and the people who are there to help.
Our core mission is simple yet profound
Connect people across language barriers and foster better communication in moments of need.
In particular, Understandify was envisioned as a powerful tool to assist Ukrainian refugees who have found themselves in new and unfamiliar environments. With the app, refugees can now engage with aid workers, government officials, healthcare providers, and others without the anxiety of misunderstanding.
Our Vision
While Understandify was initially designed with Ukrainian refugees in mind, our vision extends beyond borders. We aim to continue evolving the app to help people in all corners of the world who are experiencing displacement, hardship, or simply the need for a voice in an unfamiliar language. Our commitment to breaking down language barriers is at the heart of everything we do.
In summary, Understandify exists to facilitate connection and support, empowering people through communication, no matter where they come from or where they are headed. By providing real-time interpretation, we are helping to create a world where understanding triumphs over division, and where everyone has the chance to be heard.
Why It Matters
The need for tools like Understandify goes beyond convenience—it's a matter of survival, dignity, and empowerment. Refugees often face not only the trauma of displacement but also the challenge of navigating new systems and environments. Without the ability to communicate effectively, it becomes much harder to access healthcare, legal support, or even basic resources. By offering a direct line to an interpreter, Understandify ensures that language is no longer an obstacle to receiving the assistance people deserve.
What Sets Understandify Apart
In a crisis, every moment counts. Traditional interpretation services can be slow or difficult to access, but with Understandify, live interpreters are available in real-time, offering immediate support when it's needed the most. This rapid response helps to streamline aid, resolve misunderstandings, and provide a sense of reassurance to those in need.
Dissolve language barriers, one conversation at a time.
Now available on both iOS and Android
