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For over three decades, the world has moved from one technological advancement to the other. From home internet, to mobile phones, to DNA testing, cryptocurrencies and NFTs, movie streaming services, … More Promoting Social Good: How data is being used to address social issues in Calgary
As we move further into the digital age, it is increasingly important for individuals to possess digital literacy skills to navigate the world around them. Unfortunately, not everyone has equal … More The importance of digital literacy and the digital divide that exists in our society
This article is a part of a series on data citizenship. Check out other articles here! In today’s data-driven world, being literate in data is no longer a luxury but a … More DATA LITERACY AND CITIZENSHIP
*While this blog post highlights the positive aspects of AI and its potential for social impact, it’s important to acknowledge that we’ve intentionally cherry-picked these success stories. Our aim is … More The Tipping Point of AI-driven Social Impact: Pioneering a Fairer, Inclusive, and Efficient Future
This article is a part of a series on data citizenship. Check out other articles here! In this article I discuss data citizenship and some of its key concepts. I … More Data Citizenship at Large and in Alberta
This article is a part of a series on data citizenship. Check out other articles here! Introduction It can be argued that today’s Zeitgeist is characterized by an increasing sense … More An Introduction to Data Citizenship and Literacy: The Necessary Vehicles in Today’s Digital Age
As Steve Jobs unveiled Apple’s iPhone in January 2007, the world raved about this new touch-screen telephone, and millions rushed to get the first iPhone. Unfortunately, people with disabilities such … More How Inclucity is Putting the ‘U’ Back in ‘User-testing’
This article is a part of a series on data citizenship. Check out other articles here! Echo chambers and filter bubbles Over the last three years, we have been reminded … More Tackle citizen paralysis with hyper-local information
In 2022, an artificial intelligence and machine learning-fueled social impact accelerator hosted its first cohort of businesses to grow their ventures in the community safety and wellness space. The first-of-a-kind … More Case study: Telus Community Safety and Wellness Accelerator
