"A ten-billion-dollar contract with Palantir Technologies—one of the largest in the Department of Defense’s history—was framed as a move toward “efficiency.” It consolidated seventy-five procurement agreements into a single contract."

“Nothing protects better than consequences” says Yasir Khan at #ICSW2025

Now, Anabel Cruz is highlighting that in Latin America there’s a proliferation of laws to restrict civil society: “The hostile narrative against NGOs is becoming law” #ISCW2025 @civicusalliance.bsky.social

Super interesting session on the trends and also challenges for civil society worldwide. Concerning findings from @civicusalliance.bsky.social monitor about Latin America, and Colombia in particular, as dangerous places for human rights defenders #ICSW2025

Learning about the food & culture campaign to advocate for democracy values and peacefully assembly in Myanmar at #ICSW2025 Creating community with others by sharing meals and traditions!

Some key quotes from the plenary session at #ICSW2025 “Global governance is collapsing in front of us” and “Pessimism is a luxury” @civicusalliance.bsky.social

Just about to start: #ICSW2025 in Bangkok hosted by @civicusalliance.bsky.social If you are around, let’s connect!

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...

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!

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

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!

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!

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!

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

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...

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...

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-...

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...

📊#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...

¿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...

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

"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

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!

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...

"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

🔁 #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...

📢 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

⚖️ 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

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...

“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

🏆 #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.

“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

Another highlight from #TICTeC 2025: rewatch a panel discussion on defending democracy with/from tech. www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDW5...

So glad to see so many great ideas coming through the DataViz Challenge! Congratulations to all the participants, and a big shoutout to the highlighted projects for such inspiring work!

We're excited to be joined by voices from across the continent and beyond, including: ✔️ @openownership.bsky.social ✔️ @opencontracting.bsky.social ✔️LEDA ✔️ @afidep.bsky.social ✔️Govt of Sierra Leone Moderated by Mziwandile Ndlovu. 📅August 6 | 3–4:30 PM EAT 🔗Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

“Data is more than a tool — it’s a driver of accountability, integrity, and development.” 🎯Join us Aug 6 to explore how data is shaping Africa’s governance landscape. 🔗 bit.ly/gdb-afidep #Data4Accountability #GDB2025 #OpenDataAfrica

Next week, we're speaking at a webinar on the state of data for #accountability in #Africa, co-organised by the @databarometer.bsky.social and the African Institute for Development Policy. 📅6 Oct, 15:00-16:30 EAT Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #OpenData #OpenGov #transparency

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🔍 How do you compare scores across two editions of the Global Data Barometer? Short answer: Carefully. Long answer? We’ve got a blog to help you navigate the complexities of comparing GDB data across editions. 🔗Learn more here: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/05/how-...

The @databarometer.bsky.social and @uncaccoalition.bsky.social joined forces to assess Interest & Asset Declaration (IAD) systems in 33 European countries- building on data from 43 countries in LAC & Africa from GDB’s 2nd edition. Learn more about this collaboration in our joint blogpost👇

La nueva colección de @escueladedatos.bsky.social ❤️

Un año más participando del Abrelatam-Condatos! Este año, compartiendo los resultados y hallazgos de la última edición del @databarometer.bsky.social

Lots of great resources in this thread. Don’t miss it! 👇

PDF ≠ Open Data. To build trust & accountability, fiscal data must be timely, structured & accessible. GIFT’s new blog on the #GDB2025 Public Finance thematic cluster offers concrete reforms to close the format gap. Read the analysis: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/trac...

#NewBlog GIFT’s Aura Martínez & Raúl Castellanos break down fiscal transparency trends in the second Global Data Barometer. Legal mandates are up, but data usability still lags. Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/trac...

Este año celebramos cinco años del proyecto #DatosContraFeminicidio y marcamos este hito reflexionando sobre los resultados y aprendizajes e inaugurando la versión swahili de las herramientas. ¡Acompañanos! 🗓️14 de agosto, 2025 🕕11AM EDT | 12PM ARG/BRA | 3PM BST | 6PM EAT mit.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Want to know who influences your government? Renzo Falla López from @opengovpartnership.org breaks down how political integrity data helps expose power and protect democracy, using the new Global Data Barometer. Read more: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/why-...

Why do asset and interest disclosure systems matter for fighting corruption and building trust in government? Find out at our upcoming webinar with @opengovpartnership.org, @anticorruption.bsky.social, the GDB, and the UNCAC Coalition 📆10 July ⏰ 15:00 CET Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

As @openownership.bsky.social joins the conversation on company registers in Latin America and the Caribbean, check out what we found at @databarometer.bsky.social on this very topic. With their support, we gathered data across LAC. Explore the insights at globaldatabarometer.org