Global Data Barometer

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Beyond the Buzzwords: Rethinking What Data We Need, and Why As we close the second edition of the Global Data Barometer (GDB), I have been having many conversations with colleagues and friends about where the data field stands today. These chats remind me…

As we close the 2nd edition of the @databarometer.bsky.social, I’ve been having conversations with colleagues & friends about where the data field stands today.

In this post, I try to capture some of these reflections:
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I hope this piece sparks further discussion

Since the last edition of the Global Data Barometer, the number of African countries scoring 0 or 1 on land data has halved.
Progress is happening — but gaps remain.

🔗Read the full analysis by the Land Portal Foundation's Charl-Thom Bayer: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

Turning Data Into Impact: Three Months of the Global Data Barometer’s Second Edition

Three months after releasing the 2nd edition, the Global Data Barometer is already fueling action: from 1,900+ dataset downloads to sparking dialogue across governments & civil society.

Read how evidence is turning into impact 👇
🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/09/turn...

Why Political Integrity Data Matters: Insights from the Global Data Barometer

Political integrity reforms need more than data — they need partnerships.

@opengovpartnership.org Renzo Falla spotlights how countries like Malawi, Chile & Mexico are advancing reforms via the Open Gov Challenge.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/why-...

Who funds politics? In too many countries, we still don’t know.

@anticorruption’s Jorge Valladares breaks down what the #GDB2025 reveals about political finance transparency across Africa and Latin America.

Read the blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/poli...

📊#ICYMI — How is data actually being used — and by whom?

The #GDB2025 reveals that while data is often used for accountability and planning, barriers like low literacy and poor dissemination still limit impact.

🔎 Read our blog on data use → globaldatabarometer.org/2025/07/unlo...

Bridging the Data Divide: Insights from Latin America in the Second Edition of the Global Data Barometer

Chile leads in lobbying transparency, but worrying gaps in Land Management data persist. The second edition provides insights that can support inclusive, rights-based data policy.

Explore the highs & lows in this deep dive into the #GDB2025 findings.

globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/brid...

"We see progress on public data laws — but implementation lags behind." – Edwin Muhumuza @opencontracting.bsky.social

Watch his insights on procurement data & e-procurement from "The State of Data for Accountability in Africa" webinar with the GDB & @afidep.bsky.social

📺Watch: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

Speaker: Silvana Fumega (Global Data Barometer, Argentina) The Global Data Barometer provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a… TICTeC 25: Data to advance equity, inclusion, and sustainability

The Global Data Barometer, @databarometer.bsky.social, provides fresh insights into how data is being governed, shared and used to advance the public good, with a special focus on the Global South. Watch this #TICTeC session from @silvanavf.bsky.social to see how!

Using Company Information Data for Research, Reform, and Accountability

Transparent company and BO registers are essential tools in the fight against financial crime.

This blog from @openownership.bsky.social explores trends and persistent challenges uncovered in the second edition of the @databarometer.bsky.social.

Read it now: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/usin...

"At @openownership.bsky.social, our new strategy focuses on the effective use of beneficial ownership data — ensuring reforms are not just passed, but put into practice."

Watch the "State of Data for Accountability in Africa" webinar co-hosted by the GDB & @afidep.bsky.social

"The Global Data Barometer provides robust comparative data, alongside the Africa Integrity Indicators. Together, these insights help us better prioritize where & how to support countries." – Christine Wachira, @openownership.bsky.social

📺Watch the full recording: youtu.be/Dp17voHCzqg

3️⃣ Open Data: Still Moving Forward?
We track how open data policies and implementation have changed—and what it tells us about the shifting landscape.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/how-...

2️⃣ Governance Frameworks: What’s Evolved?
We look at progress (or lack of it) in data protection, sharing, and management frameworks across 43 countries.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/how-...

1️⃣ How to Compare Data Between the Two Editions We explain what’s comparable, what’s new, and how to interpret trends across time. A must-read before diving in!

Start here: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/05/how-...

🔁 #ICYMI: We’ve published 3 blogs to help you compare the first and second editions of the #GDB2025🧵

📘 How to compare editions
📘 Governance framework trends
📘 Open data evolution

Visit the comparability page: globaldatabarometer.org/comparison-w...

Where can you...
▶️get the latest news on #BeneficialOwnership reform progress globally?
▶️read vacancies in the #transparency sector?
▶️find the latest research and policy thinking?

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📢 La 2e édition du Baromètre Mondial des Données est en ligne!
Avec de nouvelles perspectives sur l’IA, l’inclusion et la transparence, cette édition donne une vision plus précise des progrès réalisés par les pays.

👉 Plongez dans les résultats de 43 pays ici → globaldatabarometer.org

Great to see open source beneficial ownership tools leveraging the Beneficial Ownership Data Standard from @openownership.bsky.social being promoted by @dgateway.bsky.social in the new Civic Tech Tools Repository developmentgateway.org/blog/introdu... #beneficialownership #openstandards

⚖️ Strong frameworks need strong systems.
The Barometer shows that regulatory progress must be matched with investment in capabilities to deliver real-world outcomes.

🔍 Read how skills and infrastructure shape outcomes → globaldatabarometer.org
#GDB2025 #TheGDB

🔗 Explore country specific results for Africa: globaldatabarometer.org/explore-the-...

Africa is making progress in public procurement, data protection, and budget transparency.

🇺🇬 🇰🇪 🇿🇦 lead the way with digital tools and open data platforms that promote accountability

Explore insights in this blog by @ldriafrica.bsky.social's Keziah Munyao

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/data...

Jamaica & Dominican Republic are leading the Caribbean in data openness.

Explore regional trends, challenges & next steps in this new analysis of the #GDB2025 findings for the Caribbean.

🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/06/proc...

🔗Read the full report: globaldatabarometer.org/2nd-edition-...

“The Global Data Barometer is the most granular cross-country dataset on issues like political integrity — giving details you won’t find elsewhere.” — Renzo Falla

🎥Watch his full remarks from the GDB Africa launch: youtu.be/agaB9yw2mas

cc: @opengovpartnership.org

🔗 Read the full announcement blog: globaldatabarometer.org/2025/08/anno...

🔗 Visit the GDB website to explore the Open Data: globaldatabarometer.org

An insightful deep dive into the development of data protection policies across Latin America, using the Barometer data.

💡Why we loved it: Rich analysis + creative alluvial diagrams & symbol tiles made complex policy trends accessible & engaging.

🥈GDB Dataviz Challenge Winner Spotlight – 2nd Place
Tracing the evolution of data protection in Latin America by David Martínez Galicia, Eidan Enrique Juárez García & Dalia Abigail Uscanga Gutiérrez

🔗Explore the project: www.figma.com/deck/f0msRBn...

🏆 #GDBDatavizChallenge Winner Spotlight – 1st Place
Barometer Dataviz Kit by Jose Duarte & easydataviz.co

A playful & participatory toolkit that uses the Global
Data Barometer dataset to spark community conversations about data openness in neighborhoods.

💡 Why we loved it: Creative, inclusive & tangible — turning complex data into approachable, real-world dialogue.

Explore the project:
🔗 www.easydataviz.co/projects/bar...

Read the announcement blog:
🔗 globaldatabarometer.org/2025/08/anno...

Explore the GDB Dataset:
🔗 globaldatabarometer.org