200BradyStreet is poised to become the world’s first centralized global repository for Freedom of Information (FOI) data. Currently, when an individual or organization submits an FOI request to any level of government, the resulting information is often used only by the requestor, remaining siloed and inaccessible to others who could benefit from it. There is no unified platform where this valuable data is shared, leaving citizens and organizations disconnected from critical insights.

Moreover, when multiple people submit FOI requests for the same information, they each face duplicate efforts and fees, further hindering transparency and access to public data.

200BradyStreet.com is here to change that. Our platform will collect, organize, and transform FOI requests and their responses into a publicly accessible knowledge base, fostering civic engagement on a global scale. By sharing and pooling these requests, we create a resource that not only reduces redundancy but also empowers communities to understand what information is being withheld, why, and how to obtain it.

As we launch this initiative, I am sharing my own FOI requests related to red light and speed cameras, as well as other municipal bylaws, to inspire and validate this movement. We invite you to join us in building a collective repository of public information by submitting your own FOI requests to the platform. Together, we can break down barriers, improve transparency, and create a system where knowledge is shared—not siloed.