Using Open Space Data in Developing Countries
Time: 14:45-16:15
Room: 146A
Format: Panel Discussion
Organizers
Jeanne HOLM
Distinguished Instructor, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
United States
Katherine TOWNSEND
Chief Executive Officer, Open Data Collaboratives
Tanzania
Rhiannan PRICE
Manager, Digital Globe
United States
Ian SHULER
Manager, Development Seed
Peru
Using Open Space Data in Developing Countries
Want to ensure the best use of your space data? Learn how Earth observation data is being applied in developing countries from those working on the ground to address key development and sustainability issues. Use cases, emerging technologies, and current programs will be shared with facilitated discussions to build new connections and identify actions toward making data more accessible and impactful. Participants in this highly interactive session will get toolkits, new ideas, and new partners. If you want to make a real impact with your data — this is the session for you.
Speakers
Yeama THOMPSON
Commissioner, Government of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone
Geoffrey KATERAGGA
Country Level Manager, Open Street Maps
Uganda