Research Meets Practice 2024: Civic Data Lab - Unleashing the Power of Data for Societal Impact
Date:
26th of November, 2024
Venue: FSPAC 2. Str. Minerilor nr. 85, 400409, Cluj-Napoca; Conference Room TBC
Target Audience: NGO/Foundation leaders, Program Managers, Impact Evaluation Officers, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialists, CSR Specialist, Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Government officials
Description: In an era where data drives decision-making, understanding how to gather, make sense of, and utilize data effectively is crucial for anyone aiming to have a positive societal impact. Data are more than facts in figures that adorn reports, they are the bedrock of the narrative that fuels meaningful change, supporting the missions of CSOs and impact-focused businesses.
The Civic Data Lab: Unleashing the Power of Data for Societal Impact is a day-long event dedicated to empowering changemakers with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to harness the power of their data. This event aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application in the CSO sector, fostering a collaborative environment where to enhance societal impact.
Bring your data problems and leave with practical solutions provided by experts! The event will also provide a platform for networking, learning, and collaboration among researchers, data experts, and practitioners.
Venue: FSPAC 2. Str. Minerilor nr. 85, 400409, Cluj-Napoca; Conference Room TBC
Target Audience: NGO/Foundation leaders, Program Managers, Impact Evaluation Officers, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialists, CSR Specialist, Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Government officials
Description: In an era where data drives decision-making, understanding how to gather, make sense of, and utilize data effectively is crucial for anyone aiming to have a positive societal impact. Data are more than facts in figures that adorn reports, they are the bedrock of the narrative that fuels meaningful change, supporting the missions of CSOs and impact-focused businesses.
The Civic Data Lab: Unleashing the Power of Data for Societal Impact is a day-long event dedicated to empowering changemakers with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to harness the power of their data. This event aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application in the CSO sector, fostering a collaborative environment where to enhance societal impact.
Bring your data problems and leave with practical solutions provided by experts! The event will also provide a platform for networking, learning, and collaboration among researchers, data experts, and practitioners.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
| TIME | ACTIVITY | DURATION | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Registration & Networking with Coffee | 60 min | Grab a coffee or an orange juice & a croissant & let’s get to know each other! |
| 11:00 - 11:30 | Welcome & Opening Remarks | 10 min | Welcome - Civil Society Research & Learning Center Director & RAF Vice-President, Strategy and Programs |
| 20 min | Keynote Address: The centrality of data for civil society practice - Gabriel Badescu | ||
| 11:30 - 12:30 | Study Launch | 60 min |
Romania 2024: Civic engagement. Regional disparities Presenters: Daniela Angi - UBB Bogdan Radu - UBB Discussants: Gabriel Badescu & Suzana Dobre Moderator: Lev Fejes - CSD |
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch & Networking | 90 min | Take care of that rumble in the tummy while chatting about data and research (and other things, but mostly data and research!) |
| 14:00 - 14:40 | BYODP: Bring Your Own Data Problems! Pre-registration required (form to be designed and provided) |
40 min |
Unlocking the potential uses of NGO Data Interactive session blending multiple engagement methods, where participants from NGOs and data experts will discuss challenges and potential solutions. Introduction - 5 min Fishbowl - Real-life data challenges - 30 min Designed to foster collaborative problem-solving. Wrap-Up - 5 min Facilitators summarize key issues. Facilitators: Lev Fejes & Melania Lese |
| 14:40 - 15:00 | Coffee Break & Networking | 20 min | Relax, replenish, network! (i.e. grab some free advice) |
| 15:00 - 15:50 | Whatcha Gonna Do With That? | 50 min |
Expert Panel - 40 min A panel of data experts shares insights/potential solutions to the data problems raised in the fishbowl. Followed by Q&A. |
| 15:50 - 16:00 | Closing Remarks | 10 min |
University Research Center Director Civil Society Research & Learning Center Director RAF Vice-President |
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Wrap-Up - 10 min Summarizing key takeaways. Experts: - Lev Fejes - Data collection - Daniela Angi - Data Analysis - Bogdan Radu - Data Interpretation - Monica Craciun - Data Governance - Melania Lese - Data Protection Minimum & maximum number of participants Fishbowl: 6 - 20 active participants Expert Panel: max 40 active participants Expert Panel & Q&A: 5 - 15 active participants |
ABOUT THE RESEARCH CENTER FOR CIVIL SOCIETY,
The Research Center for Civil Society is a program of the Center for the Study of Democracy, funded by the Romanian-American Foundation, that supports civil society in driving positive social impact. Developed in response to the sector’s needs, the Center’s mission is to empower organizations with the skills and tools to collect and use relevant, reliable data to address pressing societal issues. We do this by providing open-access research, training, resources, and specialized services (research consultancy).
WHAT WE DO
The Research Center for Civil Society is a program of the Center for the Study of Democracy, funded by the Romanian-American Foundation, that supports civil society in driving positive social impact. Developed in response to the sector’s needs, the Center’s mission is to empower organizations with the skills and tools to collect and use relevant, reliable data to address pressing societal issues. We do this by providing open-access research, training, resources, and specialized services (research consultancy).
WHAT WE DO
- Research: We conduct applied and fundamental studies to map and better understand the Romanian CSO sector and support the CSOs in understanding their intervention areas and their beneficiaries.
- Training: We offer courses and expert training to boost organizational capacity in data and research literacy and impact measurement and management (IMM).
- Community Outreach: We bridge the gap between academia and civil society, bringing research-based knowledge closer to practice and providing research services to CSOs and their key stakeholders.
- Interdisciplinary Research: We bring together experts from various fields to tackle contemporary civil society challenges.
- Capacity Building: We help organizations improve their data literacy, impact measurement and management practices, and overall effectiveness through training and customized consultancy.
- Research Consultancy Services: We offer practical solutions to existing issues through designing and implementing tailored studies and analyses.
- A platform for dialogue and collaboration: Part of our community outreach is acting as a platform for dialogue and collaboration. We aim to foster dialogue between civil society, business, academia, and policymakers/public institutions by functioning as a ‘learning arena’ where these stakeholders can meet and discuss freely, increasing mutual trust and facilitating the development of joint initiatives.
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