The ASA’s Committee on International Relations in Statistics and Statistics Without Borders came together in the spring of 2022 to engage statisticians and data scientists based in different parts of the world and provide them with new educational opportunities.
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Statistics Without Borders Celebrates 15th Year, Aims to Update Charter
Over the last 15 years, Statistics Without Borders volunteers have completed hundreds of projects around the world for not-for-profit and nongovernmental organizations. Much has changed throughout that time, and now Statistics Without Borders’ leadership are taking time to think about the future.
ASA Committee Defends Statistics, Statisticians Around the World
Data for Good makes the world a safer place through statistical science, and the Committee on Scientific Freedom and Human Rights makes the world a safer place for statisticians engaged in this work.
Statistics Without Borders: Outstanding Leadership and Projects in Data for Good
Statistics Without Borders—an ASA outreach group—has high-impact projects, volunteer recruiting, development, support, expertly managed projects, and excellent data for good resources.
First CIRS/SWB Webinar Draws Large International Crowd
The Committee on International Relations in Statistics partnered with Statistics Without Borders to launch a webinar series that introduces statistical topics of broad interest to an international audience.
My ASA Story: James Cochran, Associate Dean and Professor
James Cochran says the opportunity to help establish Statistics Without Borders is his most memorable and meaningful experience as an ASA member.
Getting Started in Data for Good
Pro bono—literally “for good”—service has become more common in statistics and data science in recent years. Often called “Data for Good,” this growing movement has been embraced by individuals, companies, and professional associations. A number of organizations have sprung up to design and manage statistical volunteering projects, recruiting volunteers and connecting them with projects and organizations that will benefit from analytic support.
Statistics Without Borders: Professionals Using Statistics and Data for Social Good
Statistics Without Borders helps others avoid critical statistical mistakes. In just about every case, organizations want to use the best statistical practices. But many organizations may not have the time, expertise, or financial resources to cut through the noise and understand how to best proceed. This is where Statistics Without Borders helps.
Statistics without Borders Receives Humanity Road’s Da Vinci Award
Statistics without Borders is a recipient of Humanity Road’s 2014 Da Vinci Award, which is presented to a patron or contributor that supports its programs.
Statistics Without Borders Partners with Statisticians for Society
The ASA’s outreach group Statistics Without Borders recently joined with the Royal Statistical Society’s Statisticians for Society, a new initiative to help statisticians volunteer their time and skills.