What's the best way for an organisation to tackle data ethics? There are different pathways, from a light touch training individuals or small groups on the importance of data ethics through to full consultancy support developing process and documentation.
Join the ODI's Head of Data Ethics, Dr Kay Achenbach, and Elea Himmelsbach, a Certified Data Ethics Professional and Senior Consultant at the ODI, as they discuss their observations and experiences working with organisations who have embarked on this journey, and hear their top tips for ways to overcome challenges such as securing senior buy-in, implementing practical ethical frameworks and tools, and overcoming workload challenges.
Speakers
Elea Himmelsbach Senior Consultant, the ODI
Elea is a Senior Consultant at the ODI, leading projects in a variety of sectors including arts and heritage, health, and international development. She currently explores different approaches to data stewardship by facilitating workshops and knowledge exchanges for new and established data institutions and provides advice and guidance on data governance.
Chair Dr. Kay Achenbach, Head of the Data Ethics Professional course, the ODI
As Senior Learning Specialist and Head of Data Ethics at the Open Data Institute, Kay delivers data literacy training to hundreds of learners each year across the public and private sector, including the UK Civil Service. She leads the delivery of Data Ethics Professionals and works directly with organisations to embed data ethics into workflows and projects. Kay has a background in geophysical research and worked for over a decade in secondary schools prior to joining the ODI.