Enable the social purpose ecosystem to leverage the power of data to scale its operations, efficiency and impact through knowledge, capacity, platforms, partnerships and practices.
Create and disseminate high-quality actionable knowledge on data and data science.
Drive adoption of data and data science tools, approaches and practices.
Develop collaborations, build partnerships and networks, and create communities that build knowledge in the domain.
Professor of Applied Data Science and AI
Chair of CDSSI Advisory Council
Dr Anand Rao is currently a distinguished service professor at Carnegie Mellon University. Over his 35-year consulting, industry, and academic career, he has focused on research, innovation, applications, business, and societal adoption of data, analytics, and AI.
Faculty, IIMA
Prof. Ankur Sarin is a faculty member at IIM Ahmedabad. He has a PhD in Public Policy from the University of Chicago. He is currently dedicated to enhancing the Right to Education as part of IIM Ahmedabad's Right to Education Resource Center.
CEO, CRY (Child Rights and You)
Puja Marwaha has devoted her career to championing children's rights, which she considers crucial for a nation's progress. She also serves on the board of VANI, contributing to the advancement of social causes through public mobilisation.
Co-Founder & Chief Data Scientist, Tatras; Co-Founder, Sabudh Foundation
Dr. Sarabjot Singh Anand is a leading figure in data mining. His expertise extends to diverse applications, including advertising optimisation, recommender systems, and predictive modelling for various sectors. He also co-founded Innosential in 2016, collaborating with Carnegie Mellon University.
Chairperson, Social Venture Partners, Bengaluru Chapter
Sashi Rajamani, a founding member of SVP Bengaluru, has held various roles, including GC & GRC Chair, CMC member, and Lead Partner. Over the past decade, she has collaborated with numerous SVP investees, specialising in diverse verticals such as education and disability.
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Download our report that assesses and maps the current landscape of data science usage in the social sector
The Power of Data for Impact Part I
Download our report that looks at the enablers who facilitate the effective use of data and data science use in the sector
The Power of Data for Impact Part II
A graphic novel that tells the story of how SPOs are using data to supercharge their work
Data Stories
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DMA Self-assessment Toolkit
Indian School of Development Management, supported by Citi India's CSR efforts, launched the Centre for Data Science and Social Impact (CDSSI) to connect Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs) with funders, academia, tech enablers and other experts, to drive rapid adoption of data and data science by the social sector.