Our studio.Working for the commons.
Some of our time
belongs to something else.
Every year, we ship products for specific communities with one simple goal: building tools that are useful, accessible and built to last. Some of those products are now used by thousands of people across multiple countries.
The projects
we are committed to.
Products we design and run in-house, for non-profits, NGOs, shelters and public institutions. No invoice, but the same standards as on any client project.
Propose a project
How we organise
in service of all.
This commitment only holds because it's structured. Here's how we run it, openly, and what we get back from it.
Frequently asked questions
Does Movira do pro bono or non-profit work?
Yes. A share of the team's annual capacity is reserved for non-profit and community projects, as part of the studio's responsibility commitment. These projects receive the same level of technical care as paid engagements.
How does Movira select the engaged projects it supports?
The studio reviews every request within 7 days. Selection criteria are the concrete usefulness of the project, the maturity of the host organisation, and the studio's ability to create measurable impact with its skill set. Movira gives a clear answer either way.
How is the non-profit commitment organised in practice?
Three mechanisms run in parallel: a dedicated budget allocation taken from the team's annual capacity, weekly collective time blocks reserved for engaged projects, and individual after-hours contributions on a pro bono basis. Clients can also take part by making a donation.
Can engaged projects be released as open source?
Yes. If a community forms around a project and wants to contribute, the code can be moved to an MIT (or equivalent) licence without friction. Open source is treated as one possible path to longevity, not as a dogma.
Why does a commercial studio commit to non-profit work?
Three reasons. Shared meaning first: Movira holds the conviction that sharing attracts good. Technical learning next: non-profit constraints (ultra-accessible UI, low-tech, multilingual, sovereign hosting) stretch the team's skill set. A useful network last: we meet other engaged people — designers, engineers, civil servants, citizens.
A partnership,
a project with impact?
Tell us about your needs, we review each request within 7 days and clearly say whether we can commit.