?? Earth data helps monitor environmental impacts in Suriname

Welcome to our October newsletter! ?? This month, we're sharing new reports exploring the use of Earth Observation (EO) data to monitor the impact of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) in Suriname.

Plus, you'll find all the latest news, events, and opportunities from the #Data4SDGs network.

Let's dive in to this month's issue ??

News in the network

?? #Data4SDGs has launched a new initiative to explore how citizen data can help address infectious diseases, with support from Wellcome Trust .

?? President Ruto announced Kenya as the host of the 2026 Global Data Festival.

?? Sara Rocha , one of our 2024 Data Values Advocates, is organizing a workshop to support data skills for disability advocates.

?? Our partner, Global Voice Group explores the key elements for data-driven economic growth in this blog.

Data must reads

?? Jenna Slotin explores why the adoption of the Global Digital Compact in the UN is a win for digital cooperation.

?? Ghana Statistical Service is harnessing data science and machine learning for better statistics.

?? Karen Chavez discusses how Colombia's innovative work on citizen data is leading to more inclusive statistics.

?? victor Ohuruogu, PhD , Annita Mwagiru & Joshua Omena round up our recent workshop in Cabo Verde on strengthening data ecosystems in Lusophone Africa.

?? Fatuma Faarah explores why youth engagement is key to the future of data and tech.

?? For the #DataValues Digest, Tracey Li discusses why, in data governance, good policies aren't enough.

Upcoming webinars

?? TOMORROW: October 15 | Ethical and fit-for-purpose examples of AI in development | Register here

?? TOMORROW: October 15 | Harnessing data for climate action | Register here

?? October 17 | Data tools to enhance national statistics | Register here

?? October 23 | Breaking down data silos for inclusive AI | Register here

?? More on our upcoming events

#DevJobs and opportunities

?? Call for research: 50x2030 Initiative to Close the Agricultural Gap via #Data4SDGs

?? Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Officer at Counterpart International

?? Join the UN Datathon 2024 at the World Data Forum, Medellín

?? Open fellowship call: Climate Sensitive Infectious Disease (CSID) Network

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