Global Data Barometer

🧵🎉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/announ…

#LATAM | 🌎📊 Comunidad datera... 🎃🪦 Esta #SpookySeason... 🧟🤖 Si el miedo a la #IA quieren perder... 📨 Nuestro boletín #⃣9⃣ deberán conocer 📨 👩🏽‍💻📈 Descubran el por qué necesitamos #datos de calidad para que la #IA no sea una calamidad ACÁ ➡️ bit.ly/B3DD2025

Heading to #ICSW2025 in Bangkok (31 Oct–5 Nov), hosted by @CIVICUSalliance & the @adn_asia If you’ll be there too, let’s connect!

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 @landportal's @charlthombayer: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlock…

As we close the 2nd edition of the @databarometer, 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 @SilvanavF/beyond-the-buzzwords-rethinking-what-data-we-need-and-why-81c7b1e4586c" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@SilvanavF/bey… I hope this piece sparks further discussion

🔁 #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-wit…

"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 📺Watch the full recording: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

Transparent company and BO registers are essential tools in the fight against financial crime. This blog from @openownership explores trends and persistent challenges uncovered in the second edition of the @databarometer. Read it now: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/using-…

Chile leads in lobbying transparency, but worrying gaps in Land Management data persist. The 2nd edition provides insights that can support inclusive, rights-based data policy. Explore the highs & lows in @ildalatam's deep dive into the #GDB2025 findings globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/bridgi…

📊#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 #datause → globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlock…

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/politi…

Political integrity reforms need more than data — they need partnerships. @opengovpart’s @RenzoFalla spotlights how countries like Malawi, Chile & Mexico are advancing reforms via the Open Gov Challenge. Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/why-po…

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/turnin…

There's still time to apply! We’re #hiring someone with experience of working on digital reform in or directly with governments, who understands the complexity of such projects. Could it be you? Apply by 24 September More: bit.ly/oo-digital-dat…

Por qué son importantes los datos de integridad política: Perspectivas del Barómetro Global de Datos

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Corruption isn’t just a governance issue - it’s blocking progress on climate action. The #CPI2024 reveals that billions of people suffer as funds intended for the planet are misused. Learn more: anticorru.pt/3en

On #InternationalDayDemocracy, OGP CEO @aeyakuze shares reflections on the challenges & possibilities ahead for democracy. Read full piece: thechanzo.com/2025/08/06/def…

🎉 In 2015, launched at the fringes of the 2015 United Nations General Assembly, we set out to embed the culture and practice of openness in governments to ensure accountability, #transparency, resilience, and meeting increased user demands. 👉🧵