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Notes from Nepal's open-knowledge movement.

Field lessons, tool releases, research findings, and reflections on making knowledge open in practice.

Unlocking Transparency with Open Data Editor: Join Us at DRAPAC25 and Open Tech Camp Kuala Lumpur 2025

Data is power, but only when it’s accessible, clean, and usable. In a region where digital authoritarianism is on the rise, empowering civil society with practical data tools isn’t just helpful, it’s essential for protecting democratic values and human rights. Why This Matters Now The Digital Rights Asia-Pacific Assembly returns for its third edition on

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Turning Promises into Progress: Women in Data Conference 2025

What happens when data meets action? The Women in Data (WiD) Conference 2025 provided the answer, bringing together professionals, policymakers, and data enthusiasts to explore the power of data in driving gender equality and inclusive development. Organized by the Women in Data Steering Committee, a coalition of 12 leading organizations, and supported by The Asia

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Announcing the Women in Data Conference 2025

We are thrilled to announce that the Women in Data Conference 2025 will take place on February 25, 2025, in Kathmandu, Nepal. Under this year’s theme, “सङ्‍कल्प: Using Data to Turn Promises into Progress,” the conference will highlight the transformative power of actionable commitments in advancing gender equality. This flagship event celebrates and empowers women

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PublicBodies Datathon: Rethinking Access to Public Information in Nepal

On January 11, 2025, Open Knowledge Nepal (OKN) with support from Accountability Lab Nepal, hosted the PublicBodies Datathon at Hotel Himalaya. This datathon marked a critical milestone in advancing transparency and accountability in Nepal. By bringing together students, professionals, and governance experts, the datathon aimed to tackle a pressing issue: the lack of accessible and

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Transforming Nepal’s Data Ecosystem: 2024 in Review

2024 marked a significant year for Open Knowledge Nepal (OKN) as we strengthened data-driven governance and fostered a culture of open data and collaboration across Nepal. As the year comes to a close, we reflect on our major initiatives and achievements that paved the way for a more transparent and innovative data ecosystem. Integrated Data

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