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DataKind is conducting a global survey to better understand the Data for Good (D4G) Community.

As part of expanding our work into the next chapter , DataKind is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Center of Excellence: A cross-discipline team of experts committed to creating an ecosystem of excellence across DataKind’s global programs.

DataKind’s data scientist volunteers are the engine of what we do, applying their expertise to assist high-impact, mission-driven organizations tackle the world’s biggest challenges.

We’re incredibly excited to announce that Cherie Austin has joined us as DataKind’s Senior Manager, Human Resources! As a member of the Operations Team, Cherie will ensure the wellbeing and productivity of our growing DataKind team, leading the hiring and onboarding process and managing our day-to-day people operations. One of …

By Mitali Ayyangar, Portfolio Manager, Frontline Health Systems, DataKind Frontline health workers (FHWs), and a subset known as community health workers (CHWs), have made tremendous strides across the world to expand access to basic and life-saving health services to the last mile. For instance, through programs such as integrated community …

DataKind is thrilled to partner with data.org on the $10 Million Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge ! Launched in partnership with the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth and The Rockefeller Foundation , the goal of the Challenge is to find exceptional ideas from around the globe that apply data science …

Note: This article originally appeared on the Frontline Health Workers Coalition website . They’ve granted us permission to repost. By Asif Akram, Living Goods | Caitlin Augustin, DataKind | Jeanne Koepsell, Save the Children Digital health tools are transforming how primary health care services are delivered around the world, with …

At DataKind, we are pursuing an ambitious new strategy to accomplish Impact Practices, a new model for systems change with data science. To do that, we need to coordinate across our strategy and our operations, make sure our Executive Team is working well, and ensure Jake (our Founder & Executive Director) is in the right places at the right times. That’s why we’re so honored to welcome Sasha Neha Ahuja (she/her) as our first Chief of Staff! Sasha is charged with supporting Jake and the Executive Team (Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Program Officer), ensuring they’re prioritizing the highest impact opportunities in advancing DataKind’s mission and growth.