Global nonprofit harnessing the power of data science & AI in the service of humanity | Chapters @DataKindBLR @DataKindSF @DataKindSG @DataKindUK @DataKindDC
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Environmental accountability starts with data. PJMF partner FencelineData.org is expanding its public platform with 10 years of EPA emissions records, mapping tools, and training to help residents and journalists track local pollution risks. #DataForGood #PublicInterestTech
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Join us on Wed., June 24 for “Creating News Stories with Tricky Environmental Data,” a webinar showing journalists how to use data on FencelineData.org for breaking-news stories and long-term investigations.
Register:
publichealthwatch.org/2026/0…
@DataKind @MaterialRsrch
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Final day at the @ICT4DConference
One of the biggest conversations focused on the ethics of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and a powerful reminder emerged: technology is not neutral.
Many digital systems are designed with assumptions about internet access, smartphones, digital literacy, national IDs, language, and even physical ability. But for many communities across Africa, these assumptions do not match reality.
The result? Systems meant to increase access can also increase exclusion.
The discussion highlighted the need for:
✔️ Inclusive design
✔️ Local ownership
✔️ Accessible technology
✔️ Community-centred development
✔️ Better representation in digital systems
The future of digital transformation will not be measured by how advanced systems become, but by how many people they genuinely include.
@gatesfoundation @NRC_Norway @CatholicRelief @DataKind @equalyz_ai
#DigitalPublicInfrastructure #DigitalInclusion #ICT4D #DataGovernance #DigitalTransformation #TechnologyForGood #AfricaTech
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Achieving the Dream (ATD) is excited to announce its participation in a national effort funded by the @gatesfoundation to advance a new generation of student success technology for higher education institutions.
Learn more: achievingthedream.org/innova…
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📊 50% faster load times.
📈 58% increase in monthly active users.
✔️ 15% rendering error eliminated.
Mapbox Boundaries has been transformative for @DataKind, powering more inclusive and effective data tools for the nonprofits they serve.
DataKind applies data science and AI to some of the world’s toughest challenges—from education and economic opportunity to frontline health and humanitarian response. Their products help resource-constrained teams turn complex data into usable insight for the communities they support.
With reliable, high-resolution administrative boundaries and smooth performance at scale, Mapbox helps DataKind deliver tools that truly make a difference.
Learn how DataKind builds with Mapbox: mapbox.com/showcase/datakind
#BuiltwithMapbox #DataForGood #GeospatialTech
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Speed and precision matter when data guides decisions on the front lines.
That’s why @DataKind turned to Mapbox.
Mapbox Boundaries now powers fast, accurate rendering of census tracts, ZIP codes, counties, and congressional districts—eliminating performance bottlenecks caused by slow TIGERweb calls. With Mapbox Search + Geocoding, wayfinding and address lookups are dramatically faster and easier.
The shift from static scripts to interactive, map-first insight is helping DataKind deliver clearer, more actionable tools for the nonprofits they support.
See how DataKind builds with Mapbox: mapbox.com/showcase/datakind
#BuiltWithMapbox #DataForGood #GeospatialTech
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In the #SocialSector, the ability to map an organization's work can be key, from deciding where to allocate resources to talking w. funders & officials. Join us 11/18 to learn about #Ladder, a free tool for illustrating your impact: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#nonprofits @DataKind
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Next Tuesday, join @DataKind & CSD's Data for Social Impact to explore #Ladder, a free tool that can help #SocialSector pros map assets & impact to drive engagement for #CommunityImpact.
🗓️Nov. 18, 10-11:30 (CT)
👉csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataforGood #DataforImpact #Nonprofits
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CSD is excited to share the featured speakers for Tuesday's event: @DataKind’s Caitlin Augustin & Shanna Lee will discuss #Ladder, a free tool for using local data to make strategic decisions in the #SocialSector. Join us: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataForImpact #dataforgood
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🔔1 week from today!🔔Join @DataKind & CSD’s Data for Social Impact initiative on Tu., Oct. 28, to learn about #Ladder & using local data to make strategic decisions in #Nonprofits.
Learn more & register: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataforImpact #NonprofitLeaders #NonprofitSTL
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Check out this intro to the series of webinars @DataKind & CSD’s Data for Social Impact are hosting this fall. #Nonprofit pros, #SocialWorkLeaders & #Changemakers, this series is for you: youtu.be/lsMXGHW9EBQ
#DataForImpact #dataforgood #ladder #socialwork
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Data can be the key to sound decision-making in the #Nonprofit sector. In Webinar 2 of our series with @DataKind, we'll share how to use #Ladder, a free tool, to find & work with local data. Register to join us: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataforImpact #DataforGood #STLNonprofits
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Today's the day! We're hours away from the start of this timely discussion w @DataKind’s Shanna Lee about using data to inform community impact. She'll also explore Ladder, a free community-data tool. Registration is closing. Save your spot: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataforGood
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#SocialSector pros know the communities they serve. That knowledge informs critical choices about capacity & service delivery. Join us Tu., Sept. 30, for the 1st of 4 webinars on a free new tool for strategic decisions grounded in data: csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#NonprofitLeaders
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Meet Shanna Lee, the featured speaker for “Moving from Problems to Assets.” Register now to join @DataKind & CSD next Tues., Sept. 30, for Shanna's insights on using data to inform strategy & deepen impact:
csd.wustl.edu/data-tools-25-…
#DataforImpact #DataforGood #NonprofitLeaders
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Registration is now open for "Data Tools for Everyone," a webinar series from @DataKind & CSD's Data for Social Impact! If you are interested in tapping local data to better understand your community & make strategic decisions, this series is for you!
bit.ly/3VyP7rn
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.@DataKind, PHW, Until Justice Data Partners & @MaterialRsrch designed dashboard powered by machine learning...aggregates data from public sources, such as the @EPA
With it, journalists and communities can tell data-driven stories and pressure local officials for change.
Thanks to our friends @PJMFdn for this excellent piece on FencelineData.org, a collaborative project involving PHW and three other organizations.
medium.com/@PatrickJMcGovern…
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A new #AI-powered tool has launched! Edvise, developed by @DataKind and supported by #GoogleOrg with multi-year funding and fellowship, is designed to help identify at-risk students & boost graduation rates 📈. Learn more about this exciting new project.
DataKind just launched Edvise, a free #AI-powered advising platform helping colleges boost #studentsuccess. No overhaul needed.
✅ Advisor-focused
✅ Easy onboarding
✅ Real results
📖 Learn more: bit.ly/4kRjmnq
🎓 Explore Edvise: bit.ly/4m6Nufx
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🔔 The latest Exchange is just out! (👉🏻 conta.cc/4dh5SiN)
🔹Read our Blog by Mallory Sheff, MPH of @DataKind and Johanna Quiroga Robayo of LISTA & @FundaCapital on how AI and human-centered design can improve financial services for vulnerable communities.
🔹Register for the upcoming @ArabicFinDev webinar "How Does Insurance Technology Contribute to Enhancing Financial Inclusion in Tunisia?"
🔹And explore the latest jobs, publications news and events from @FAO | @CFI_Accion | @ilo | @MFC_Network | @InfineLu | @HOPEtweets | Afghan Credit Guarantee Foundation
#GenderEquality #FinancialInclusion #digitalfinancialinclusion #InclusiveFinance #jobs #careers #climatechange #health
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How can AI and human-centered design improve financial services for vulnerable communities?
A new @FinDevGateway and @PortalFinDev blog spotlights an innovative approach in Colombia, where local collaboration and smart data use are driving more inclusive solutions.
📖 Read the blog by Mallory Sheff of @DataKind and Johanna Quiroga Robayo of LISTA & @FundaCapital in:
𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉: findevgateway.org/blog/2025/…
𝑺𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒉: findevgateway.org/es/blog/20…
#FinancialInclusion #InclusiveInnovation #DigitalFinance #Fintech #HumanCenteredDesign
