Data Platforms for Adolescent Futures

New York City, NY USA

The event, taking place alongside UNGA 79, will offer an interactive experience centered on global data platforms focused on adolescent-centered evidence, gender, and sustainable development goals. Attendees will have the unique chance to engage with data visualization tools and explore valuable indicators related to adolescents' well-being. 

2nd Innovative Africa Symposium: Strengthening Data Governance

Kigali, Rwanda

This symposium will explore advancements in data governance and its role in driving socio-economic growth, featuring plenary sessions, panel discussions, and case study demonstrations from diverse sectors. 

The Art of Data Privacy: An introduction to statistical data privacy and confidentiality

Virtual

In this CIRS Webinar, participants will explore the crucial question of when the sacrifice of personal information outweighs the benefits to the public good. The talk will address how data users and researchers balance the use of confidential data for policymaking with privacy concerns, especially for vulnerable groups, highlighting risks like misuse of location or…

SESRIC Statistical Experience Sharing

Virtual

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…

Partnership for Digital Justice: Decolonizing Digital Information

New York City, NY USA

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. 

Disability Statistics for Tracking Inclusive and Sustainable Development

Virtual

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. 

Leveraging AI for Survey Research

Virtual

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. 

Development and use of indicator systems for evidence-based decision making

Neuchâtel, Switzerland

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. 

Building modern and resilient population data systems

Virtual

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.