Data for Development convenes experts to discuss recent developments in open data related to agriculture

As the last two years of the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrate, pandemics pose major challenges on all levels–with cataclysmic effects on society. Decision-makers from around the world have sought to mitigate the consequences of COVID-19 through the use of data, including data from non-traditional sources such as social media, wastewater, and credit card and telecommunications companies. However,…

The Data for Policy conference series is the premier global forum for multiple disciplinary and cross-sector discussions around the theories, applications and implications of data science innovation in governance and the public sector. Its associated journal, Data & Policy, published by Cambridge University Press has quickly established itself as a major venue for publishing research…

Taking place at the midpoint of Agenda 2030, the Summit will put a spotlight on how better co-operation strengthens trust and transforms the way we work together. A specific session on data will take place on Tuesday 13 December. The session will launch concrete actions to unleash the potential of data at country level to inform…

The OECD Digital Economy Ministerial meeting and related events will focus on driving a long-term recovery and economic growth by building a trusted, sustainable, and inclusive digital future. Participation in the Ministerial meeting itself is by invitation only, but a number of related events, including the stakeholder outreach day on 13 December, the opening events…

The 3rd International Forum on Migration Statistics (IFMS 2023) is organized by the United Nations Department for Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) Statistics and Population Divisions, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Calls to improve migration data to formulate evidence-based migration policies and inform public discourse have become increasingly strong. However, basic data…

This first event of the Datasphere Initiative and D4D Network “AI and data webinar series” will discuss the questions that need to be asked to ensure good data governance for AI, and identify challenges in AI development and deployment across regions and sectors.

The United Nations Statistical Commission, established in 1947, is the highest body of the global statistical system bringing together the Chief Statisticians from member states from around the world. It is the highest decision making body for international statistical activities, responsible for setting of statistical standards and the development of concepts and methods, including their…

Open Data Day is an annual celebration of open data all over the world. Groups from around the world create local events on the day where they will use open data in their communities. It is an opportunity to show the benefits of open data and encourage the adoption of open data policies in government,…