Global Data Barometer at gLocal Evaluation Week 2025: Regional Insights on Data for the Public Good

Global Data Barometer at gLocal Evaluation Week 2025: Regional Insights on Data for the Public Good

As part of gLocal Evaluation Week 2025, the Global Data Barometer hosted its first public event following the launch of its Second Edition. This virtual session brought together regional experts from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa to explore how countries are progressing toward responsible, inclusive, and transparent data governance. Speakers included Silvana Fumega (Project Director, Global Data Barometer), Gloria Guerrero (ILDA), David Zamora (GDB), Keziah Munyao (LDRI), and Yacine Khelladi (Caribbean Open Institute), who discussed findings from 43 countries across key themes like: Legal and institutional frameworks Human and technical capacity Data availability and accessibility Inclusion and equity in data systems Public finance, political integrity, and AI readiness The session highlighted regional strengths and challenges, offering actionable insights to advance data for the public good. 📘 Explore the full report: https://globaldatabarometer.org/