Data for Good: The Year in Review

摘要

As we turn over the calendar, it is important to take time to reflect on the past and consider where we are going. 2018 was an amazing year, marked by rapidly growing numbers of Data for Good projects, volunteers, and opportunities. Data for Good in the news. 2018 was a landmark year during which the D4G community both grew and drew closer together, coalescing into a stronger, more vibrant, and more distinct movement. Statisticians have always done D4G-I like to point to the example of Florence Nightingale in the 1850s as one early example. Yet, in die past year, the D4G community has gained a more distinct character. We are seeing many more organizations, projects, positions, conferences, and conference sections distinctly labeled as D4G. With this increased visibility has come more opportunities, supported by more and better networking and communication between D4G practitioners.