Data literacy encompasses the data skills that are important for all people in a world shaped by digitalisation. It is an indispensable part of general education. With the Data Literacy Charter, the signatories express the common understanding of data literacy in the sense of comprehensive data literacy and its importance in educational processes. This understanding is in line with the Federal Government’s data strategy and with the Berlin Declaration on the Digital Society.
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Harnessing data for good
After my first week as CEO for Experian in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), I find myself profoundly thankful for the warm welcome and the many highly inspiring encounters with some of the best data and technology professionals on our planet. Experian is not only a data insights industry titan, one that operates in 32 countries, employs over 20,000 outstanding personalities worldwide but would also rank with its more than USD 30 billion market capitalisation compared to Germany’s leading stock index as the 19th largest DAX company in Germany. Experian serves as a global leader millions of consumers and businesses, leveraging data to make a transformative difference in people’s lives.
Yet, with tremendous reach and influence comes immense responsibility.
Reflections
Just as the Age of Enlightenment in the 18th century reshaped society through the dissemination of knowledge, we find ourselves at the precipice of a new era, one marked by the power and potential of data. The 21st century, in my view, must herald a fresh Age of Enlightenment, one underpinned by data literacy.
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A Perspective by Jochen Werne In today’s interconnected world, the concept of social responsibility is more crucial than ever. Social responsibility refers to the ethical framework which suggests that individuals and organizations must act for the benefit of society at large. This concept extends beyond mere philanthropy; it encompasses ethical […]
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