TPVM joins Data Community of Practice (CoP3)

Last week TPVM Research Fellow and resident statistician Selane Tairea attended the Working with Data Community of Practice (CoP3), which saw data officers from both government and the NGO sector come together to strengthen data capabilities. The CoP, hosted by the Cook Islands National Statistics Office and Office of the Prime Minister - Central Policy and Planning Office, with support from Statistics New Zealand and the Pacific Data Hub took participants through targeted skill development in data preparation, analysis, interpretation and visualisation to provide a strong base for reporting against Te Ara Akapapa'anga Nui -the National Sustainable Development Agenda.

Selane found CoP3 to be an engaging and insightful experience that highlighted the depth of data work happening across the Cook Islands, enjoying the collaborative discussions, practical activities, and the shared enthusiasm for strengthening data capability in the region. Her participation in the CoP highlighted the importance of building everyday data practices and making better use of existing data to support informed decision-making.