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

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