The clarion call for open data heralds an era where people around the world will gain the ability to more knowledgeably campaign for their rights and to make their voices heard. As governments increasingly respond to the need for transparency and move to freely share their data with citizens, individuals will be empowered to take an active part in their country’s development and in the improvement of their livelihoods. However, as we move forward into a world where statistics play an increasingly powerful role in setting priorities and determining the direction of future policy efforts, it is essential to recognize that we cannot realize a more open and inclusive model for citizen-centric development without identifying the areas in which existing data is insufficient or problematic and working to bridge those gaps. We must recognize that open data is not enough.
- Raka Banerjee, Open Data Is Not Enough
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