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Charting the Next Five Years of Colandr: DataKind Kicks Off with Hacktoberfest

In late 2015, DataKind scoped a DataCorps® project with an ambitious challenge: help a team of researchers with the Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP), led by DataKind partner Conservation International , make evidence synthesis easier and more accessible to a wide community of conservation practitioners. Evidence synthesis is …

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Providing Tuberculosis Treatment to the Poorest & Most Underserved Communities: Operation ASHA

Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading infectious cause of death worldwide. Often referred to as the “forgotten pandemic” it’s a disease found in every country in the world, and one of the most deadly . It’s responsible for the cycle of poverty and illness that traps individuals, families, and communities for …

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Ethics in Algorithms: Highlights from Cathy O’Neil’s Keynote at the Volunteer Summit

Data ethics are essential for delivering responsible data science, machine learning, and AI projects. However, as a growing field, they’re hotly debated, and many – DataKind included – turn to experts to learn from their experiences. At DataKind, we understand that with overwhelming information, and a changing field, experts can …

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Shining a Light on Community: DataKind Hosts Virtual DataDive®️ Event

Across the U.S. and around the world, cities and communities are responsible for addressing the everyday needs of their residents. From providing critical safety net services to fostering economic development opportunities and advocating for individuals in need, local governments have a growing list of responsibilities. Collecting and analyzing data can …

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Lessons from a year of discovery in the economic resilience and well-being of communities around the world

Background & Context From facing an unexpected bill to losing your job, to being repeatedly refused loans to start your own business, economic shocks can come in many forms and have wide-ranging effects on the independence, opportunity, and life outcomes of individuals and communities. The ability to withstand, or recover …

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