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Data for Better Lives: A New Social Contract

This course explores how the data revolution can transform lives by creating social and economic value while protecting privacy and building trust. Based on the World Development Report 2021, it highlights strategies for data governance, policy reforms, and national data systems. Participants will gain insights into harnessing data for development, innovation, and inclusive growth.

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Delivery Mode

E-Learning

Location

Online

Language

English

Duration

3-5 hours per week (6 weeks)

Overview

The data revolution is reshaping the world, offering unprecedented opportunities to improve lives and drive development, especially for poor and vulnerable populations. Based on the World Development Report 2021: Data for Better Lives, this course explores how data can create economic and social value while addressing risks related to privacy and misuse. It introduces a new social contract for data, emphasizing equitable access, trust, and governance to ensure data is used responsibly. Participants will learn about key policy reforms, global partnerships, and investments needed to build integrated national data systems. Through flexible learning paths, the course provides tools to harness data for innovation, inclusive growth, and sustainable development.