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Posts tagged "data4nepal"

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

Making Nepal’s Data Open and Accessible for All: Introducing the Remapped Open Data Nepal

We’re thrilled to unveil the remapped and redesigned version of Open Data Nepal (ODN) – Nepal’s trusted hub for open, accessible, and actionable data. Since its initial launch in 2018, Open Knowledge Nepal has envisioned ODN as a single, public gateway to Nepal’s data. Over the years, it has become a valuable resource for civil

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Reflections from Our APrIGF 2025 Session: Unlocking Trust and Transparency through the Open Data Editor (ODE)

On October 14, 2025, Open Knowledge Nepal had the honor of hosting an engaging session at the Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF) 2025, titled “Empowering Data for All: Unlocking Trust and Transparency using Open Data Editor.”  Originally envisioned as an in-person workshop in Kathmandu, the session was seamlessly adapted into a virtual format

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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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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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Empowering Communities Through Data: Highlights from the Data Hackdays 2024

In a world where data is becoming the backbone of decision-making, empowering communities to utilize it effectively is crucial for development. The Women in Data Conference took a significant stride towards fostering data-driven innovation and inclusivity in Nepal. As part of the post-conference activities, Open Knowledge Nepal (OKN) and The Algorithm organized Data Hackdays 2024

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