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Published August 23, 2023 | Version v1
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Open Data Policy Process

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  • 1. BioToolomics, Newcastle University

Description

This speech, delivered by Ms. Yeama Sarah Thompson, Founder and Executive Director of Initiatives for Media Development (IMdev), at the Sierra Leone Open Science Symposium on August 23, 2023, discusses Sierra Leone's advancements in Open Data policy and the establishment of frameworks to foster transparency and collaboration in data usage. 

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References

  • Right to Access Information Bill (2013) – A legislative milestone in Sierra Leone promoting transparency.
  • Open Government Partnership (OGP, 2014) – Sierra Leone's commitment to open government and data initiatives.
  • Open Data Charter (2016) – Principles adopted by Sierra Leone to guide its Open Data strategy.
  • Open Data Portal II – A public-facing platform to access government data.
  • Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data (GPSDD) – A collaboration to enhance global data transparency.
  • Sierra Leone Library Community and Local Capacity Building – Involvement of local entities in fostering data ownership and capacity.