Our volunteers are the lifeblood of our mission. They’ve inspired people to use their skills in ways they never dreamed of. They’ve slayed misconceptions. They’ve shown organizations trying to make the world a more humane place how data science and AI can change the game.
Volunteer Spotlight: Saket Hegde Read More »
By Benjamin Kinsella, Technical Project Manager, DataKind Written texts are everywhere, from documents and notes to surveys and forms. While every organization has access to these rich sources of information, they can also be overwhelming. For example, how can a resource-constrained mission-driven nonprofit derive value from the mountain of text …
Unlocking Hidden Insights in the Social Sector with Natural Language Processing Read More »
Like so many of you, we’re deeply shaken by the deaths of Breonna Taylor, an EMT who was shot in her home in Louisville, Kentucky; Ahmaud Arbery who was hunted down while out for a run in his own neighborhood in Brunswick, Georgia; Tony McDade who was gunned down by …
Today & Everyday, Black Lives Matter Read More »
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of our team, Larry Kilroy, DataKind’s new Director, Technology!
A technical strategist with deep experience in the social justice and global development space and a focus on globally-reaching, data-driven solutions, Larry will play a key leadership role at DataKind and for our Chapters around the world. He will spearhead technology initiatives and build and manage our tech team as well as create and implement best-in-class systems and processes related to data security. He comes to DataKind with more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of technology strategy, organizational development, policy leadership, product management, and communications. Read more about Larry below, and join us in welcoming him to DataKind.
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We’re incredibly excited to announce that Mallory Sheff has joined us as DataKind’s Portfolio Manager. As a member of the Product Team, Mallory will oversee a portfolio of volunteer-led projects using cutting-edge technology to help inspiring organizations worldwide make a greater impact. In this highly visible and high-impact role, she’ll …
Welcome Mallory Sheff, DataKind’s Next Portfolio Manager Read More »
We’re beyond grateful to welcome yet another stellar member to the DataKind team. Please join us in celebrating Gwen Hopkins as DataKind’s new Director, Operations. Gwen is a master at process and workflows and will work closely with our Chief Operating Officer to develop and implement systems that promote organizational …
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By Nicole Holgate, Communications Officer, DataKind UK I began my new role as Communications Officer at DataKind UK in the middle of February. One of the many things I was excited about was working with the community of volunteers who lead their charity support services through committees and events. I …
Celebrating our volunteers (remotely!) Read More »
By DataKind San Francisco DataKind San Francisco has a lot to celebrate. Over the past year, we’ve partnered with six nonprofit organizations to augment their strategies and services with data science: Empower Work , Glide Foundation , Hello Sunday Morning , Muso , UFW Foundation , and Worldreader . These …
Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2020 at DataKind San Francisco Read More »
By Suzy East, Project Manager, DataKind UK Around the beginning of March, with four weeks to go until our Spring DataDive, Coronavirus was not the distant threat it had been in January. By the middle of March, with just two weeks until our event, it was clear that we had …
A DataKind UK First — A Virtual DataDive Read More »
Background Hello Sunday Morning (HSM) is an Australian-based nonprofit that has grown to be the largest online movement for alcohol behavior change. The organization aims to change alcohol behavior in the world by helping its members reduce high-risk drinking through peer support and counseling. This is done through Daybreak , …
Advancing Alcohol Behavior Change with Data Science Read More »
