Trust, Privacy and Governance During Pandemics and Disasters
SDGCounting UN World Data Forum Session Notes
This post is part of a series highlighting sessions from the 2020 UN Data Forum. Watch every session or read our summary.
Summary: Timely and granular data is more critical than ever in the current global pandemic, but privacy concerns must also be addressed. In this session, panelists discuss how governments can balance critical data needs while mitigating negative corollaries.
Speakers
- Sarah Lucas, Global Development and Population William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
- Aidan Eyakuze, Executive Director Twaweza East Africa
- Carol Coy, Director General Statistical Institute of Jamaica
- Jeni Tennison, Vice President and Chief Strategy Adviser Open Data Institute
- Oyeronke Oyetunde, MTN Group
- Samira Asma, Analytics and Delivery for Impact WHO
- Setiaji Setiaji, ICT Digital Services of West Java Province
Key Takeaways
Oyeronke Oyetunde, MTN Group
The work of mobile communication companies in the face of a pandemic is clear:
- Ensure network stability
- Ensure connections of vital emergency services
- Support payment systems
- Supporting government and collaboration efforts
Jeni Tennison, Vice President and Chief Strategy Adviser, Open Data Institute
We consider data in the same way we think of infrastructure. Looking at the effects of COVID19, it is apparent we need to ensure that the infrastructure is robust and flexible to respond to new pressures / demands / norms.
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