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Join us on May 21st for a workshop focusing on the critical distinctions between data, information, knowledge, wisdom, and truth. Discover how NGOs can navigate the complexities of governance, accountability, and service development through effective information utilization. We'll explore key principles of understanding, the importance of feedback, and strategic workforce planning. Prepare to reflect on how we can ensure our actions make a meaningful difference in our communities. Are we ready to harness information for impactful NGO development?
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A collection of data is not information • A collection of information is not knowledge • A collection of knowledge is not wisdom • A collection of wisdom is not truth Wisdom Context independence Understanding principles (why) Knowledge Understanding patterns (how) Information Understanding relations (what) Data Understanding
NGOs need information for • Governance accountability • Feedback to service users • Business decisions • Workforce planning • Service development and quality • Future planning
How do we know we are making a difference? Information utility will be a critical driver of future NGO development ARE WE READY?