Transformative change can happen only by tapping into the expertise of a broad pool of thinkers and doers. As part of our commitment to building the field of data science for social impact, data.org launches the $10 Million data.org Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge.
APPLY HERE! For more information visit data.org/challengeAs part of our commitment to building the field of data science for social impact, data.org has launched a $10 million data.org Inclusive Growth Challenge.
Any strong and growing economy requires an inclusive and resilient approach to growth to ensure that talent, innovation, and our communities can become stronger in times of stress. By tapping into the expertise of a broad pool of thinkers and doers, we aim to catalyze innovative and scalable solutions to help individuals and communities thrive, all the while building resilience to withstand future challenges.
We recognize that COVID-19 global pandemic is affecting our society in profound ways and will require new and innovative approaches. Beyond the impacts on public health, the COVID-19 crisis is likely to have severe economic repercussions. Supply chains are being disrupted, businesses are suffering losses, workers are facing unemployment, and too many people lack the savings or credit to weather an economic downturn.
We are seeking inclusive growth proposals from and for anywhere in the world. We are particularly interested in the areas listed below – but welcome other proposals for using data science to advance shared prosperity, and help ensure an inclusive recovery.
REGISTER NOWLow wage workers are among the most vulnerable in today’s economy. In times of economic stress, current trends toward automation and job displacement could accelerate. How can we use data science to help workers remain secure in precarious times? Can data insights predict trends in the labor market and connect and prepare workers for the jobs of tomorrow?
Unleashing the spirit of grassroots entrepreneurs can help communities rebound by creating much-needed jobs and growing local economies. Yet, in times of recession, the flow of credit to micro and small businesses tends to slow down. How can data science enable microentrepreneurs to gain access to capital? How can data science help us identify micro and small businesses with the potential to grow? How can data insights rethink creditworthiness and unlock capital for high potential business owners?
An economic recession will hit some places harder than others. As public and private sector investments flow into cities and towns to stimulate the economy, how can leaders use data-driven insights to make the right decisions to ensure economic security in underserved communities? How can data and analytics help connect neighborhoods to the resources and networks they need to access opportunity, including quality education, affordable housing and childcare, decent jobs, and transportation. We are seeking applications of data science that can fuel economic growth and empower communities to thrive without further exacerbating inequality.
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We believe in using the power of data analytics and insights to unlock solutions to some of society's most pressing challenges.
We want to work with organizations from all over the world to increase the use of data science to improve the lives of millions of people.
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START THE CONVERSATIONThe Challenge seeks submissions focused on ensuring that the benefits of a growing economy extend to all segments of society.
Proposed solutions can be for and from anywhere in the world. We are particularly interested in the areas listed below – but welcome other proposals for using data science to advance inclusive growth.
The data.org Inclusive Growth Challenge will be accepting submissions from March 31 through May 29, 2020. The Challenge will include two evaluation phases. Technical assistance and mentoring will be available to finalists in the second phase to refine proposal submissions.
The Challenge is open to any individual, organization, or collaboration from anywhere in the world. We welcome entries from the following:
All entries must have charitable purposes and accrue no private benefit.
With regrets, we do not accept entries from individuals and teams that reside, or are located in, Crimea, Cuba, Iran, Sudan, North Korea, or Syria.
All entries will be evaluated based on the following:
Tell us your vision for impact! Applications including a short project description video will receive additional points in the evaluation.
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The Challenge is opened for submissions.
All applicants submit their proposals for eligibility.
Solutions will be evaluated by the judges.
Shortlisted applicants advance to a second round.
Finalists must submit their revised proposals.
Final solutions will be evaluated by the judges.
Challenge winners are selected and announced.
The Challenge will award up to ten winners with data science talent, software, training, and funding from $10K up to $10 million USD in a mix of grant-funding, technical support & consulting, media production, marketing and promotional outreach, and software & infrastructure licenses.
Awardees may also be presented with additional opportunities for global recognition and media publicity.
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Please be sure to communicate these changes to your participants, so they can unsubmit their entries and edit them if necessary.