Democracy Dies in Darkness without Official Data
Sponsoring Organization
University of Malta
Organization
Academia
Supporting Organization(s)
Data Type
Official statistics
Citizen data
Region
Global
Objective
The project will spotlight the vital nexus between official statistics and democracy.
What problem is this commitment aiming to solve?
In a world increasingly shaped by data, the importance of official statistics often remains in shadow, even within national statistics offices. Yet these statistics (like employment rates, gross domestic product and pandemic data) are the lifeblood of democracy, influencing policymaking, media narratives and electoral choices.
Briefly describe the commitment including key activities, strategies and intended outcomes.
This initiative not only underscores the global significance of official statistics, but also aligns with EU and UN values and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Timeline
one year
Contact Person
Luca Di Gennaro Splendore
luca.di.gennaro.splendore@gmail.com
