Mapping and Comparing Responsible Data Approaches
37 Pages Posted: 22 Mar 2018
Date Written: June 1, 2016
Abstract
This paper contains a comparative analysis of 17 responsible data approaches–including data policies, principles and regulations (see summarized list in B.1). These approaches were selected to reflect developments in data responsibility in international organizations of various sizes and with different missions. They add up to something of a map of existing efforts that can help lay the foundations for our efforts to develop a set of best practices that can guide other organizations in their efforts to use data more responsibly and effectively.
The 17 approaches selected are not meant to provide a comprehensive overview of all existing approaches, yet were selected because each represents a particular model, approach or set of principles that if taken together could enable the development of a meaningful data policy. In addition, several approaches are of immediate relevance to the humanitarian field while others are considered landmark documents that provide a foundation to build upon.
In analyzing the respective approaches, we use the template outlined in B.2. This template, which has been jointly developed by The GovLab and Leiden includes the key components of a responsible data governance framework, and provides a full matrix of analysis to identify best practices.
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