Data priorities for the not-for-profit sector

An Open Future

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It’s not about “open data” in a vacuum.

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The NFP sector has unique data needs.

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New models focused on outcomes and impact rely on a strong information ecosystem.

NFPs

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• Be ready to engage!• Developing priorities around key datasets• Data strategies (data, skills, standards,

leadership)• Intentional capacity-building strategies

Government

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• Developing policy frameworks that support open data: core reference data policies

• Releasing and maintaining data that is of interest to the NFP sector

• Invest in supportive infrastructure

Open data community

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• Outreach and partner with the NFP sector• Understanding its needs• Sharing tools and skills

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Thank you

Report available at:mowatcentre.ca/an-open-future

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