Four Principles to Make Data Tools Work Better for Kids and Families

This blogpost outlines four key principles that guide use of advanced data analytics and big data in the design and implementation of social programs and policy. These principles include expanding opportunity for children and families by using advanced analytics pertaining to education, social services, and criminal justice programming; providing transparency and evidence in validating data applications; empowering communities by using data to inform systems change; and promoting equitable outcomes by correcting bias in present models. The blogpost also refers to a toolkit on equity and data systems which is available for downloading.