About: Linda Raftree
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- Linda is an independent consultant focused on responsible and ethical use of digital technology and data in the international development and humanitarian sector. She runs MERL Tech and the New York City Technology Salon.
Posts by Linda Raftree:
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February 6, 2017 Responsible Data Case Studies
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November 3, 2016 Insights on using ICTs in equity-focused evaluation
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November 2, 2016 Rethinking Informed Consent in the Digital Age
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October 31, 2016 Developing and operationalizing Responsible Data Policies
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May 31, 2016 ICTs in Evaluation Practice
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May 27, 2016 M&E of Tech in humanitarian and development work: How can we do it better?
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May 25, 2016 Unpacking digital privacy, security & safety in the development space
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April 13, 2016 Responsible open data: an oxymoron? Discuss!
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March 28, 2016 Global Development and the Internet of Things
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January 26, 2016 New report: Opening Governance
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I got podcasted!
Innovation and ethics in evaluation on the European Evaluation Society (EES) EvalEdge podcast (July 2020)
A chat about the Responsible Data Maturity Model with Amos Doornbos (June 2020)
Is informed consent possible in humanitarian cash and voucher assistance? with the Cash Learning Partnership (December 2019).
Digital Ethics on the International Rescue Committee’s Tomorrow’s World podcast (November 2019).
Considering ICT4D with Linda Raftree on Aidpreneur (May 2015).
Affiliations & Projects
Linda Raftree, LLC: I work as an independent consultant on digital development research, strategy and evaluation with an emphasis on responsible data use, inclusion, gender, and children and young people. I support organizations to develop, implement, and engage staff and partners in responsible data policy and practice. I enjoy facilitating and moderating convenings, workshops and learning-focused events.
MERL Tech: conference, blog, and discussion forum that facilitate discussion and learning about the role of digital data and new technology in monitoring, evaluation, research and learning (co-founder and lead organizer)
Technology Salon: convening and facilitating discussion on the role of ICTs in international development. (co-founder and NYC convener)
White Save Me: the app that helps white men deliver privilege with a simple tap of the finger. (co-creator)
Publications
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2022
Responsible Data Governance for M&E in the African Context. Part 1: Overview of Data Governance
Responsible Data Governance for M&E in the African Context. Part 2: Practical Guidance
2021
Getting remote M&E right: Ethics, challenges and gaps
The Case for Better Governance of Children’s Data: A Manifesto
Data Responsibility Toolkit: A Guide for Cash and Voucher Practitioners
Case Study: Data Responsibility and Digital Remote Targeting during COVID-19
Case Study: Responsible Data Sharing with Governments
2020
Digital Safeguarding for Migrating and Displaced Children
COVID-19: A spotlight on child data governance gaps
MERL Tech State of the Field: The Evolution of MERL Tech
What We Know About Traditional MERL Tech: Insights from a Scoping Review
Big Data to Data Science: Moving from “What” to “How” in the MERL Tech Space
2019
Responsible Data Maturity Model
Exploring the soft side: Ethics, inclusion, bias, and privacy in ICT-enabled evaluation
Digital and Social Media for Social and Behavior Change Communications (literature review)
Head to Head: Biometrics and Aid (Article in the New Humanitarian)
Considerations for Using Data Responsibly at USAID
Responsible Data Practices: Literature Review for USAID (available on request)
2018
Digital Safeguarding Tips and Guidance
2017
The Nexus of Microwork and Impact Sourcing: Implications for Youth Employment
2016
SIMLab’s Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
Girls Digital Privacy, Safety and Security Principles and Guidelines
2014
Emerging Opportunities: Monitoring and Evaluation in a Tech-Enabled World
2013
Mobiles for Youth Workforce Development
Modern Mobility: The role of ICTs in child and youth migration
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Latest posts
- A discussion on power and structural bias in tech journalism
- Exploring digital mental health and psycho-social support for displaced and stateless adolescents
- Nine considerations for designing safe digital solutions for sensitive services
- Taking Stock: MERL Tech State of the Field 2014-2019
- How can we save ourselves from deepfakes?
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