IASC operational guidance Data Responsibility in Humanitarian Action

Published on February 2, 2021

Data responsibility is paramount as the humanitarian system collects and shares more data than ever before. Just as the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing humanitarian crises, it has also increased our reliance on digital technologies and timely data.

The Inter-Agency Standing Committee Operational Guidance on Data Responsibility in Humanitarian Action is a welcome and timely step towards collectively addressing the challenges and opportunities in this area. It comes amid a growing global recognition of the importance of data responsibility.

Directriz operacional Manejo responsable de Datos en la Respuesta Humanitaria.pdf
IASC operational guidance Data Responsibility in Humanitarian Action.pdf
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