Author | Lightnews

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

mySociety @mysociety.org · 1d

Don't forget to reserve your free space at this event, happening online this Thursday lunch time. Hear from three expert speakers about how we go from better government service delivery to better democratic participation: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-digit...

From digital public infrastructure to democratic public infrastructure - Thursday 30 October 12:00-13:00 (UK time) with Tiago Peixoto, World Bank; Sanna-Kaisa Saloranta, Sitra; and Richard Gevers, the office of the South Africa Presidency

4 5

Silvana Fumega @silvanavf.bsky.social · 1d

Heading to #ICSW2025 in Bangkok (31 Oct–5 Nov), hosted by
@civicusalliance.bsky.social & the Asia Democracy Network. If you’ll be there too, let’s connect!

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Isadora Cruxên @icruxen.bsky.social · 8d

We have a great event coming up on Nov. 12 to discuss possibilities for and examples of Feminist AI —join us! bit.ly/DCFNOV2025
#DataAgainstFeminicide #FAIR @kanarinka.bsky.social @ladelentes.bsky.social @silvanavf.bsky.social

3 7

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Silvana Fumega @silvanavf.bsky.social · 27d

Rumbo a España para la #OGPSummit! 🇪🇸
📌 Jue 9 oct–Imaginar mejores espacios cívicos digitales
- CIVICUS
📌 Vie 10 oct–Nuevas generaciones de mediciones para el cambio de políticas - @opengovpartnership.org

Presentando sobre el @databarometer.bsky.social y mas.

Envíenme un DM si quieren charlar!

2 1

Silvana Fumega @silvanavf.bsky.social · 27d

Rumbo a España para la #OGPSummit! 🇪🇸
📌 Jue 9 oct–Imaginar mejores espacios cívicos digitales
- CIVICUS
📌 Vie 10 oct–Nuevas generaciones de mediciones para el cambio de políticas - @opengovpartnership.org

Presentando sobre el @databarometer.bsky.social y mas.

Envíenme un DM si quieren charlar!

2 1

Silvana Fumega @silvanavf.bsky.social · 27d

Heading to Spain for the #OGPSummit!
📌 Thu Oct 9 – Imagining Better Digital Civic Spaces (CIVICUS)
📌 Fri Oct 10 – Next Generation OpenGovt Measurements for Policy Change (@opengovpartnership.org)
I’ll share findings from the @databarometer.bsky.social & more.

Send me a DM. Happy to connect!

1

Silvana Fumega @silvanavf.bsky.social · Sep 24

As we close the 2nd edition of the @databarometer.bsky.social, I’ve been having conversations with colleagues & friends about where the data field stands today.

In this post, I try to capture some of these reflections:
medium.com/@SilvanavF/b...

I hope this piece sparks further discussion

Beyond the Buzzwords: Rethinking What Data We Need, and Why

As we close the second edition of the Global Data Barometer (GDB), I have been having many conversations with colleagues and friends about where the data field stands today. These chats remind me…

medium.com

2 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 17

Since the last edition of the Global Data Barometer, the number of African countries scoring 0 or 1 on land data has halved.
Progress is happening — but gaps remain.

🔗Read the full analysis by the Land Portal Foundation's Charl-Thom Bayer: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

2 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 15

Three months after releasing the 2nd edition, the Global Data Barometer is already fueling action: from 1,900+ dataset downloads to sparking dialogue across governments & civil society.

Read how evidence is turning into impact 👇
🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/09/turn...

Turning Data Into Impact: Three Months of the Global Data Barometer’s Second Edition

globaldatabarometer.org

3 3

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 10

Political integrity reforms need more than data — they need partnerships.

@opengovpartnership.org Renzo Falla spotlights how countries like Malawi, Chile & Mexico are advancing reforms via the Open Gov Challenge.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/why-...

Why Political Integrity Data Matters: Insights from the Global Data Barometer

globaldatabarometer.org

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 8

Who funds politics? In too many countries, we still don’t know.

@anticorruption’s Jorge Valladares breaks down what the #GDB2025 reveals about political finance transparency across Africa and Latin America.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/poli...

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Sep 3

📊#ICYMI — How is data actually being used — and by whom?

The #GDB2025 reveals that while data is often used for accountability and planning, barriers like low literacy and poor dissemination still limit impact.

🔎 Read our blog on data use → globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

ladelentes.bsky.social @ladelentes.bsky.social · Sep 1

¿Qué rol podría jugar la inteligencia artificial en la lucha contra la violencia de género? RIAF me invitó a compartir nuevo proyecto de #DatosContraFeminicidio y DISCO Lab, que explora la cobertura periodística de casos de feminicidio y el desarrollo de IA. ¡Sumate!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Feminicidios, narrativas mediáticas e inteligencia artificial. Evento virtual, 10 de setiembre 2025, 12 PM (hora Buenos Aires).

1 6 4

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Tim Davies @timdavies.org.uk · Aug 6

Absolutely love the winning entry here: visual and participatory sense making of data. Fab to see how @databarometer.bsky.social continues to develop

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 6

🧵🎉We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Global Data Barometer Data Visualization Challenge!

From playful toolkits to powerful dashboards, the entries blew us away with creativity, clarity, and impact.

👇Meet the winners & special mentions:
globaldatabarometer.org/2025/08/anno...

4 4

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 28

"We see progress on public data laws — but implementation lags behind." – Edwin Muhumuza @opencontracting.bsky.social

Watch his insights on procurement data & e-procurement from "The State of Data for Accountability in Africa" webinar with the GDB & @afidep.bsky.social

📺Watch: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

2 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

mySociety @mysociety.org · Aug 27

The Global Data Barometer, @databarometer.bsky.social, provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a special focus on the Global South. Watch this #TICTeC session from @silvanavf.bsky.social to see how!

TICTeC 25: Data to advance equity, inclusion, and sustainability

Speaker: Silvana Fumega (Global Data Barometer, Argentina) The Global Data Barometer provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a…

youtu.be

3 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 27

Transparent company and BO registers are essential tools in the fight against financial crime.

This blog from @openownership.bsky.social explores trends and persistent challenges uncovered in the second edition of the @databarometer.bsky.social.

Read it now: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/usin...

Using Company Information Data for Research, Reform, and Accountability

globaldatabarometer.org

2 3

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 26

"The Global Data Barometer provides robust comparative data, alongside the Africa Integrity Indicators. Together, these insights help us better prioritize where & how to support countries." – Christine Wachira, @openownership.bsky.social

📺Watch the full recording: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

1 2 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 25

🔁 #ICYMI: We’ve published 3 blogs to help you compare the first and second editions of the #GDB2025🧵

📘 How to compare editions
📘 Governance framework trends
📘 Open data evolution

Visit the comparability page: globaldatabarometer.org/comparison-w...

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 22

📢 La 2e édition du Baromètre Mondial des Données est en ligne!
Avec de nouvelles perspectives sur l’IA, l’inclusion et la transparence, cette édition donne une vision plus précise des progrès réalisés par les pays.

👉 Plongez dans les résultats de 43 pays ici → globaldatabarometer.org

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 21

⚖️ Strong frameworks need strong systems.
The Barometer shows that regulatory progress must be matched with investment in capabilities to deliver real-world outcomes.

🔍 Read how skills and infrastructure shape outcomes → globaldatabarometer.org
#GDB2025 #TheGDB

1 1

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 20

Africa is making progress in public procurement, data protection, and budget transparency.

🇺🇬 🇰🇪 🇿🇦 lead the way with digital tools and open data platforms that promote accountability

Explore insights in this blog by @ldriafrica.bsky.social's Keziah Munyao

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/data...

1 2 4

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 14

“The Global Data Barometer is the most granular cross-country dataset on issues like political integrity — giving details you won’t find elsewhere.” — Renzo Falla

🎥Watch his full remarks from the GDB Africa launch: youtu.be/agaB9yw2mas

cc: @opengovpartnership.org

2 2

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 12

🏆 #GDBDatavizChallenge Winner Spotlight – 1st Place
Barometer Dataviz Kit by Jose Duarte & easydataviz.co

A playful & participatory toolkit that uses the Global
Data Barometer dataset to spark community conversations about data openness in neighborhoods.

1 3 3

Reposted by Silvana Fumega

Global Data Barometer @databarometer.bsky.social · Aug 11

“The Global Data Barometer is, in my view, the most rigorous effort to date to measure data across the world — every single data point has a verifiable source.” — Muchiri Nyaggah

🎥 Watch his remarks from the #GDB2025 Africa launch: youtu.be/agaB9yw2mas

2 3