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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241111
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SUMMARY:2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29)
DESCRIPTION:COP is a series of international meetings where governments review progress on the Paris Agreement and negotiate actions to limit global warming. The 29th edition of the conference will take place in Baku\, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Climate Change Conferences are crucial for fostering international collaboration and securing stronger commitments to mitigate climate change and protect vulnerable communities worldwide. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cop-29/
LOCATION:Baku\, Azerbaijan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Nexus between disaster-related statistics and CRVS Systems for risk-informed development
DESCRIPTION:Side event organized by ESCAP\, UNEP\, and ECE as part of the 4th Global Expert Forum. It seeks to explore the nexus between disaster-related statistics and civil registration and vital statistics (CRVS) systems\, including using civil registration to support the production of disaster-related statistics. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/navigating-the-nexus/
LOCATION:Addis Ababa\, Ethiopia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTSTAMP:20240920T220102Z
CREATED:20240920T220102Z
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UID:49793-1730419200-1730505599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:In-person Training in Gender Statistics for Turks and Caicos Islands
DESCRIPTION:The Training on Gender Data Collection in the Turks and Caicos Islands is designed to enhance the technical capacity of Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI)’s public sector in collecting and analyzing sex-disaggregated data. The in-person workshop\, to be held in November 2024 (date TBC)\, will offer a deeper dive into practical applications of gender data collection. Participants will work on case studies and exercises\, applying what they learned during the webinars to real-world gender data scenarios\, with hands-on feedback from facilitators. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/training-turks-and-caicos/
LOCATION:Turks and Caicos Islands
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20241025T192108Z
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SUMMARY:Moving from monitoring to substance: Why data and statistics are integral to the FFD agenda and how to make it real
DESCRIPTION:This event\, hosted by the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data in collaboration with the Governments of Canada\, Norway\, Sierra Leone\, and the UK\, will take place alongside the Multi-Stakeholder Hearing in preparation for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4). Panelists will discuss how strong data and statistical systems are crucial for mobilizing domestic resources\, attracting private finance\, enhancing aid effectiveness\, managing debt\, and leveraging technology and innovation to achieve better policy outcomes for citizens.  
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/gpsdd-ffd4/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T120000
DTSTAMP:20241017T161616Z
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SUMMARY:Consortium for Inclusive Data (CID) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Consortium for Inclusive Data (CID) for a webinar on “Taking Stock of SOGIESC Inclusion in Household Surveys.” Speakers Dominik Koehler and D’Lane Compton from the World Bank will discuss efforts to identify surveys that include SOGIESC questions. \nRegistration Required.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cid-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241028T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241028T170000
DTSTAMP:20241011T151955Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Data Equity: An Action-Oriented Framework
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore the concept of data equity\, examining how fair and inclusive data practices can promote human rights and reduce power imbalances in emerging data ecosystems. Participants will discuss challenges and tools for advancing data equity across industries\, focusing on data governance and its alignment with the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/data-equity-framework/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241029
DTSTAMP:20241025T192136Z
CREATED:20241025T191003Z
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UID:50553-1730073600-1730159999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Multistakeholder Hearing FfD4
DESCRIPTION:The Multistakeholder Hearing will take place in New York on 28 October\, providing a platform for Member States\, civil society\, academia\, the private sector\, and philanthropy organizations to actively engage in discussions toward an outcome for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4). UN grounds pass holders\, including representatives of NGOs with consultative status with ECOSOC\, Member States representatives\, and UN staff\, do not need to register for participation. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/multistakeholder-hearing-ffd4/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241027T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241027T150000
DTSTAMP:20241025T191943Z
CREATED:20241025T191943Z
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SUMMARY:Civil registration\, vital statistics and legal identity in poly-crisis: Lessons learned
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2024 Canadian Conference on Global Health\, this virtual session led by the IDRC will focus on “Civil Registration\, Vital Statistics and Legal Identity in Poly-Crisis: Lessons Learned.” Chaired by Sana Naffa\, the session will examine the role of universal legal identity in sustainable development\, addressing the unregistered births\, deaths\, and marriages that contribute to the “scandal of invisibility. Presentations will highlight initiatives in Colombia\, Indonesia\, Guatemala\, Uganda\, and Ghana\, showcasing efforts to enhance legal identity and visibility for disadvantaged populations. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/ccgh-idrc2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20241025T191814Z
CREATED:20241025T191814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T191814Z
UID:50560-1729942200-1729962000@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Improving human health and health equity in a poly-crisis context: Progress and lessons learned
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2024 Canadian Conference on Global Health\, this session led by the IDRC will focus on enhancing access to health services for vulnerable populations during crises. Chaired by Nafissatou Diop\, the panel will feature projects addressing sexual and reproductive health services for internally displaced people in Burkina Faso\, maternal health improvements in Niger\, and the integration of women and girls in the informal sector into pandemic response measures. Participants can attend in person or virtually.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/ccgh-idrc1/
LOCATION:Vancouver\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTSTAMP:20241004T162924Z
CREATED:20241004T155116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T162924Z
UID:50015-1729468800-1730505599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Advancing Gender Equality Through Strategic Data Insights (UN CBD COP16)
DESCRIPTION:The conference will focus on integrating gender equality into biodiversity conservation. The discussions will emphasize the importance of sex-disaggregated data and gender-responsive actions in biodiversity management. Hosted by Women4Biodiversity and global partners\, the event will present tools\, methodologies\, and insights to improve gender data in environmental efforts. Attendees can join in person or virtually\, and the outcomes will contribute to CBD COP16 in Cali\, Colombia.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cbd-cop16-gender-equality/
LOCATION:Cali\, Colombia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20241001T202529Z
CREATED:20241001T202529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T202529Z
UID:50004-1729468800-1729641599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:ModernStats World Workshop 2024
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will focus on the standardization of processes\, information\, and architectures essential for modern statistical production systems. The event will explore key objectives such as interoperability\, governance\, transparency\, traceability\, and provenance in statistical production. Sessions will highlight the role of models and standards in achieving these goals\, along with discussions on the future of statistical production.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/modernstats-workshop-2024/
LOCATION:Geneva\, Switzerland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024
DTSTAMP:20241001T202410Z
CREATED:20241001T202350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T202410Z
UID:50000-1729468800-1729727999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:15th Meeting of the IAEG-SDGs
DESCRIPTION:The 15 meeting of the Inter-agency and Expert Group on Sustainable Development Goal Indicators (IAEG-SDGs) is hosted by the UNDP Global Policy Centre for Governance and Statistics Norway. The first day will be a closed meeting for members\, followed by two days of plenary sessions\, open to countries\, agencies\, and other stakeholders.  
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/15th-iaeg-sdgs/
LOCATION:Oslo\, Norway
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20240920T214133Z
CREATED:20240920T214133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T214133Z
UID:49774-1729468800-1729641599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:OECD Global Forum on Building Trust and Reinforcing Democracy
DESCRIPTION:In a year marked by numerous elections\, democratic governments and societies face heightened challenges\, including economic security\, geopolitical tensions\, climate change\, and digital transformation. This edition of the OECD Global Forum will explore evidence on the evolving drivers of trust in public institutions and innovative government practices to address structural challenges such as the rise of artificial intelligence and building the consensus regarding climate action. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/oecd-global-forum/
LOCATION:Milan\, Italy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T090000
DTSTAMP:20241017T163329Z
CREATED:20241017T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T163329Z
UID:50301-1729152000-1729155600@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Info Session on Gender and Climate Change at COP29
DESCRIPTION:The UNFCCC gender team will host a virtual information session to provide an in-depth overview of gender-related topics for upcoming sessions at COP29 in Azerbaijan. The session will cover negotiations under the gender and climate change agenda\, including the review of the enhanced Lima work programme on gender and its gender action plan\, as well as other key gender-related events and negotiation items. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/gender-info-cop29/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20240920T220335Z
CREATED:20240920T220335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T220335Z
UID:49796-1729123200-1729209599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Data on time to Strengthen Social and Demographic Statistics
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will focus on using time as a key element in social and demographic data. It will cover best practices in data collection\, the importance of longitudinal studies\, and methods to improve the adaptability of statistics to reflect societal changes. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/data-on-time/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T123000
DTSTAMP:20241011T152451Z
CREATED:20241011T152131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T152451Z
UID:50111-1728990000-1728995400@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Poverty\, Prosperity\, and Planet: Pathways Out of the Polycrisis
DESCRIPTION:This high-level event will explore progress in eradicating poverty and promoting shared prosperity on a sustainable planet. The discussion will highlight strategies to overcome interconnected crises and address post-pandemic poverty. Speakers include Indermit Gill\, Jeffrey D. Sachs\, Haishan Fu\, Luis Felipe López-Calva\, Maria Eugenia Genoni\, and Christoph Lakner. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/poverty-prosperity-and-planet/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T100000
DTSTAMP:20241011T152404Z
CREATED:20241011T152404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T152404Z
UID:50113-1728982800-1728986400@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Data for Climate Action – Innovations from Africa\, Latin America\, and The Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will showcase innovative\, data-driven climate action projects from Africa\, Latin America\, and the Caribbean. The event will highlight how countries are using advanced data approaches to tackle climate challenges\, offering actionable insights and fostering global collaboration. Participants will explore case studies on climate change mitigation\, adaptation\, and environmental monitoring. \nAvailable in English\, French\, and Spanish. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/data-for-climate-action/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20241001T202945Z
CREATED:20241001T202945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T202945Z
UID:50006-1728950400-1729209599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:8th Expert Meeting on SDGs and Workshop on Statistics for SDGs
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Workshop on Statistics for SDGs (15 October) will focus on sharing practical experiences\, best practices\, and solutions in reporting statistics for Sustainable Development Goals.  \nThe 8th Expert Meeting on Statistics for SDGs (16-17 October) will address strategic issues\, identify priorities for future work\, and enhance collaboration among national statistical offices\, international organizations\, and stakeholders. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/8th-expert-meeting-on-sdgs/
LOCATION:Tirana\, Albania
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T100000
DTSTAMP:20241004T163729Z
CREATED:20241004T162022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T163729Z
UID:50021-1728896400-1728900000@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Gender\, Data & Equity: Expert Conversations Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Gender Equity Unit will host the next episode of its webinar series\, “Gender\, Data & Equity: Expert Conversations\,” on Monday\, October 14. This session will feature a panel discussion on gender\, ethics\, and artificial intelligence.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/gender-data-expert-conversations-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTSTAMP:20240923T134250Z
CREATED:20240923T134250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T134250Z
UID:49800-1728518400-1728604799@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Information on places and geography to improve social and demographic statistics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar focuses on the impact of location and geography on social and demographic data. Key topics include the use of georeferenced data\, satellite imagery\, and techniques like small area estimation to address data gaps\, with a focus on how ‘place’ can predict social outcomes and improve data dissemination. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/demographic-statistics/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20241001T203215Z
CREATED:20241001T203102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T203215Z
UID:50009-1728432000-1728691199@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:5th Pacific Statistics Standing Committee (PSSC) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The event will focus on implementing the Strategic Framework for Pacific Statistics (2022–2030)\, aiming to strengthen the capacity of National Statistical Offices (NSOs)\, through discussions and collaboration. It will prioritize programs that effectively utilize statistics\, playing a crucial role in the governance and coordination of statistical delivery and improvement to support evidence-based decision-making across the Pacific region. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/5th-pssc-meeting/
LOCATION:Port Vila\, Vanuatu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241010
DTSTAMP:20241001T202204Z
CREATED:20241001T202204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T202204Z
UID:49996-1728086400-1728518399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:65th ISI World Statistics Congress
DESCRIPTION:The World Statistics Congress 2025 will bring together over 2\,000 statisticians and data scientists for four days of expert talks and sessions. Participants will explore cutting-edge developments in statistics\, participate in specialized sessions\, and have opportunities for networking and collaboration. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/65th-isi-congress/
LOCATION:The Hague\, Netherlands
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T170000
DTSTAMP:20241004T164354Z
CREATED:20241004T164354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T164354Z
UID:50026-1727942400-1727974800@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Data Visualization Techniques for Sustainability Insights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This event\, aimed at participants from OIC member countries\, will focus on enhancing skills in visualizing and communicating sustainability data to support sustainable development initiatives.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/data-visualization-techniques-for-sustainability-insights-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTSTAMP:20240923T134616Z
CREATED:20240923T134616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T134616Z
UID:49802-1727913600-1727999999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Building modern and resilient population data systems
DESCRIPTION:This online sprint will review key elements for evolving population data systems to meet current and future demands in terms of cost efficiency and policy relevance. The session will explore digital-first methods\, integrating geospatial and administrative data\, and innovative techniques to enhance population statistics\, addressing challenges and the need for adaptable\, high-quality data collection systems. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/modern-and-resilient-systems/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTSTAMP:20240923T140325Z
CREATED:20240923T140325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T140325Z
UID:49815-1727827200-1728086399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Development and use of indicator systems for evidence-based decision making
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day course is for professionals monitoring the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or economic\, social\, and environmental statistics. It will cover the theoretical and methodological background of indicator systems\, focusing on their role in SDG monitoring. Participants will learn about the development\, selection\, and communication of indicators and how these systems aid in evidence-based decision-making. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/indicator-systems-sdgs/
LOCATION:Neuchâtel\, Switzerland
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T103000
DTSTAMP:20241001T201659Z
CREATED:20241001T201659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T201659Z
UID:49990-1727773200-1727778600@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Leveraging AI for Survey Research
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will examine the potential of Large Language Models (LLMs) to revolutionize survey research in three key areas: questionnaire design\, synthetic data creation\, and their role as qualitative interviewers. It also critically addresses concerns regarding biases\, ethical implications\, and the challenges of ensuring transparency in their application for research and data collection. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/ai-for-survey-research/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTSTAMP:20240920T214650Z
CREATED:20240920T214650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T214650Z
UID:49780-1727654400-1731110399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Disability Statistics for Tracking Inclusive and Sustainable Development
DESCRIPTION:In 2021\, over 700 million people in Asia and the Pacific lived with disabilities\, highlighting the need for disability-inclusive development. This course will focus on improving disability-disaggregated data to track progress on related Sustainable Development Goals and address policy gaps reinforced by the Incheon Strategy and the Jakarta Declaration for the region. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/disability-statistics-sdgs/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T114500
DTSTAMP:20240920T213500Z
CREATED:20240920T213123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T213500Z
UID:49762-1727433000-1727437500@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Partnership for Digital Justice: Decolonizing Digital Information
DESCRIPTION:This event will address the critical need to digitalize deteriorating archival assets in the Global South and Indigenous communities. It will explore the imbalance in digitalization efforts between the Global North and less wealthy nations\, discussing the impact on historical understanding and potential solutions to ensure more equitable preservation and access to valuable records. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/partnership-for-digital-justice/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20240920T213426Z
CREATED:20240920T213426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T213426Z
UID:49765-1727373600-1727380800@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Bridging Data and Action in the Lead-up to COP29
DESCRIPTION:The event will feature grant-winners of GEDA\, where they will focus on bridging data and action for gender and environmental issues. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/bridging-data-to-cop29/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTSTAMP:20240920T215108Z
CREATED:20240920T215108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T215108Z
UID:49786-1727308800-1727999999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:SESRIC Statistical Experience Sharing
DESCRIPTION:The SESRIC Statistical Experience Sharing Webinar Series provides a platform for National Statistics Offices (NSOs) of Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries and international agencies to share experiences and best practices in producing high-quality data. Upcoming webinars in 2024 will cover topics like the modernization of NSOs through digitalization (26 September) and data visualization techniques for communicating sustainability insights (3 October). 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/sesric-webinars/
LOCATION:Virtual
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