Have you checked out the wealth of free statistical lectures on our YouTube channel? Head to "playlists" to find themed lectures by SWB volunteers on topics such as Biostatistics and Monitoring and Evaluation. https://lnkd.in/gd5VRhyg
Statistics Without Borders
Civic and Social Organizations
We contribute to the common good by providing pro bono statistical, data science and analytical services.
About us
We provide pro bono services in statistics and data science. We believe in the inherent dignity and worth of all people everywhere. By freely giving our time and talent to support them and promote their welfare, we live our values. We also believe that the proper application of statistical principles and best practices can help realize SWB's and our clients' mutual goals. Our dedicated volunteers share their expertise to provide data-driven knowledge to help our clients make more informed decisions. SWB focuses on projects in the developing world because access to and funding for these resources are often limited. Statistics Without Borders is a volunteer outreach group of the American Statistical Association.
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External link for Statistics Without Borders
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- Civic and Social Organizations
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Virginia
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- Nonprofit
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- 2008
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Virginia, US
Employees at Statistics Without Borders
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Elizabeth Newton, Ph.D.
Principal Statistician at Newton Statistical Consulting
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Jae Brodsky
Statistician at Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Farhana Mubeen
Data Scientist | Applied Statistics | Machine Learning | Python | SAS | Predictive Analytics
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Varun Garde
Monetization | Applied Analytics | Business Strategy
Updates
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The next CIRS/SWB webinar is coming up soon!
Dear Colleagues, Our next CIRS/SWB webinar is next week! We are pleased to host a talk titled "The art of data privacy - an Introduction to Statistical Data Privacy and Confidentiality" by Claire McKay Bowen. Our webinar series, sponsored jointly by the American Statistical Association - ASA's Committee on International Relations in Statistics (CIRS) and by Statistics Without Borders (SWB), provides introductory lectures by experts on important topics of current interest, and is aimed at an international audience. Please register and share with others who might be interested. More information is below and in the included flyer. We look forward to seeing you there! Registration link: https://lnkd.in/eaGwFfKV The art of data privacy - an Introduction to Statistical Data Privacy and Confidentiality Date/time: 12-1:30pm EST, 25 September 2024 Organized by: CIRS/SWB Webinar series Presenter: Dr. Claire McKay Bowen Abstract: At what point does the sacrifice to our personal information outweigh the public good? In a data-driven era, data users and researchers frequently leverage personal or confidential data to help policymakers make evidence-based, data-informed decisions, such as improving economic recovery or creating a more efficient COVID-19 vaccine distribution. However, access to confidential data comes with several privacy concerns, especially for underrepresented groups. Striking the right balance is crucial to avoid real disclosure risks that may not be obvious, like stalkers utilizing excessive location data or malicious parties learning sensitive medical information through linkable health or genetic data. This talk will cover the importance of balancing these competing needs and walks through the issues the U.S. government and private sector must navigate when collecting and disseminating data. Specifically, the talk will answer the questions of what data privacy and confidentiality is, why should you care, what is being done now, and what are the future challenges using a famous piece of art. Speaker bio: Dr. Bowen is currently a senior fellow and the Statistical Methods Group Lead at the Urban Institute, researching methods of data privacy and confidentiality. She earned a Master’s and PhD at the University of Notre Dame. In 2021, the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies identified her as an emerging leader in statistics for my technical contributions and leadership to statistics and the field of data privacy and confidentiality. I am also a member of the Census Scientific Advisory Committee, a committee member of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Approaches for Data Governance and Protecting Privacy, and an advisory board member of the Future of Privacy Forums. #webinar #privacy #confidentiality
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"Because sometimes, articulating the problem is also a lot of help and support." Varda Mehrotra, Executive Director at Samayu, talks about how Statistics Without Borders can help organizations identify their data analysis needs. Tag an organization that might benefit from partnering with us!
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📢 Call for Papers: Survey Research from Asia-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean 📢 The Journal of Survey Statistics and Methodology invites contributions to an upcoming special issue focused on survey research from Asia-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The deadline for submissions has been extended to September 30, 2024. JSSAM are seeking contributions that explore the usual range of topics covered by the journal, including: - Survey statistics - Survey methodology - Applications of survey research This is an opportunity to contribute to a global conversation on survey research, and JSSAM encourages colleagues from the targeted regions to submit their work. All articles in this special issue will be freely accessible, ensuring wide dissemination of your work without any cost to the authors. The deadline for submissions has been extended to September 30, 2024. Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested in contributing to this important conversation. Guest Editors: Carolina Franco, Mamadou S. Diallo, Sunghee Lee, Denise Britz do N. Silva, and Sharan Sharma. Visual design: Arian Aziz #SurveyResearch #SurveyMethodology #SurveyStatistics #GlobalResearch #CallForPapers #OpenAccess
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The second edition of the SWB-University of Lagos data science bootcamp concluded recently. Here's Rose Ray and Prof. Muminu Adamu talking about the 2023 edition at our Annual Meeting. Statistics Without Borders is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to providing pro bono statistical and data science expertise to not-for-profit and non-governmental organizations around the world. Supported by the American Statistical Association - ASA, we work without accepting any remuneration, focusing solely on making a positive impact.
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What does geospatial data have to do with statistics? The two fields are increasingly intertwined in global development: think climate change or agricultural yields. For instance, the FAO uses Earth Observation data to produce national land cover databases and crop forecasts, filling data gaps and enabling better decision-making. Recognizing the need to integrate the two domains, the UN adopted the Global Statistical Geospatial Framework (GSGF) in 2019. The framework strengthens geospatially enabled statistical production. Geospatial statistics can: • Offer deeper insights into crucial issues. • Support data-driven decisions at all levels. • Enhance understanding of social, economic, and environmental data. • Enable informed choices for sustainable development, like the Sustainable Development Goals. This image shows tracking data for two subspecies of birds called Bar-tailed Godwits, in a project by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). This study was the first to track the year-round movements of these long-distance migrants. ---------- Statistics Without Borders empowers organizations to advance their missions by providing data science or statistical expertise. We do this by partnering to develop and complete pro bono projects in statistics and data science. If you're a non-profit without dedicated statistics capacity, get in touch here to talk about how our expert volunteers can meet your data analysis needs.
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We had to jump on the bandwagon.🧐 This is NASA's Landsat interactive, which lets you "see" your name spelled out in earth features around the world. The Landsat satellite series has been capturing stunning imagery and vital data that helps us understand the ever-changing surface of our planet. This squiggly S-W-B comes from, in order: Mackenzie River, La Primavera, Columbia, and Holla Bend, Arkansas. Tried it? Drop screenshots of your names below: ↓ (Image description and link in comments).
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Couldn't make our Annual Meeting? The full recording is now on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gjiHT_bu Hear the stories of how we partnered with organizations around the world: Samayu, University of Lagos, Eyesea, IMPACT Initiatives, and Urban Development Corporation.
Meeting the Moment: Building a Better World Together (Annual Meeting 2024)
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Did you know an estimated 1.7 million tons of plastic enters our oceans each year? This global crisis is harming marine ecosystems and wildlife at an alarming rate. But there's a solution - one that you can participate in. Eyesea, a non-profit organization, has created an app that allows maritime professionals and enthusiasts to map global marine pollution. This vital data is then used to develop effective cleanup strategies and protect our oceans. Using technology and crowdsourcing, Eyesea is turning concerned citizens into agents of change. With your help, we can locate and remove pollution hotspots, restoring the health of our precious marine environments. Have you tried out the app? #EyeseaApp #MarinePollution #OceanCleanup #EnvironmentalImpact