2023 World Data System Members Forum

18 Sep 2023 | Events, News

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The World Data System is excited to invite you to the Members Forum 2023, a special event exclusively for our members dedicated to data stewardship and collaboration. As a global platform for data sharing, the World Data System brings together experts, organizations, and researchers to advance the field of data science. Join us at the Members Forum 2023 to learn about the latest advancements, share your experiences, and contribute to shaping the future of data sharing.

Event Details:

Date: 22 October 2023
Location: Salzburg Congress, Austria and Online
Event Type: Members’ Exclusive Event

What to Expect:

At the World Data System Members Forum 2023, you will have the opportunity to connect with other members WDS’s community of excellence, including the International Program and Technology Offices, as well as the Scientific Committee. This exclusive event provides a platform to discuss the progress made towards WDS’s Action Plan and contribute to paving a path forward in data stewardship.

Presentations:

As per our bylaws, WDS Regular and Network members are required to share their experiences through brief presentations, however, We highly encourage all members to actively participate in this opportunity. Whether you are attending the event onsite or online, you can contribute by submitting a slideshow or a recording. Your presentation should encompass an introduction of your organization/repository, key milestones achieved in the past year, plans for the near term, and the significant challenges you have encountered. These presentations will be incorporated into a video presentation during the Members Forum and will be made available on the World Data System Vimeo Channel for wider dissemination.

Registration:

Registration for the Members Forum 2023 is free but limited. To reserve your seat, please use the registration box provided on the Members Forum 2023 Registration page. We recommend registering soon to secure your spot at this highly anticipated event.

World Data System Members’ Forum

World Data System Members’ Forum

16 May 2023 | Events

World Data System Members’ Forum

The World Data System Members’ Forum will take place leading up to International Data Week on Sunday, 22 October both online and in person in Salzburg. The event will be hybrid for inclusivity, but we strongly encourage your physical attendance for networking and engagement. 
 
Per the WDS constitution, WDS is required to host a biennial members’ meeting.  More explicitly, the WDS bylaws share the program of the forum is to include a Scientific Session, where members report on their activities and engage with other members; and a Plenary Session which provides a formal mechanism for membership consultation where membership issues can be discussed.

The WDS Members’ Forum is an opportunity for the WDS community to report on their specific developments, activities, and progress, as well as to discuss the strategic and organizational objectives of the WDS.

For the Scientific Session, we are requesting that members submit a five-to-seven-minute video or oral presentation that includes the following information:

·       Your organization’s vision or main priorities for the next five years
·       The opportunities and challenges in realizing the vision or priorities
·       How WDS can assist in realizing the goals or dealing with the issues

A call to membership for your organization’s update with more details on submission guidelines will go out soon.

For the Plenary Session, The WDS-IPO invites all WDS members to submit questions, concerns, or complaints to be addressed at the forum by emailing wds-ipo@utk.edu.

The registration for the WDS Members’ Forum will open in the coming months. More details on the program and venue will be shared and published on the WDS website. 

You can view our previous Members Forum from International Data Week 2022 here. 

WDS Repository Sustainability Summit 2023

WDS Repository Sustainability Summit 2023

16 May 2023 | Events

WDS Repository Sustainability Summit 2023

Registration is now open for the WDS Repository Sustainability Summit 2023!

https://tiny.utk.edu/Sustainability_Registration

We are thrilled to invite you to the World Data System Repository Sustainability Summit 2023, a one and a half day event that will take place on 20 and 21 July at the University of Tennessee Student Union in Knoxville, TN, USA. This summit is designed for WDS members and prospective members who want to learn how to improve their sustainability plan for their repository and connect with resources and partners.

The main goal of the Summit is to help you create or enhance your sustainability plan for long-term preservation of your data sets. You will learn about the trends and challenges in fiscal sustainability and will also get feedback and guidance from WDS experts and peers on how to develop and implement your own sustainability plan.

By attending the Summit, you will not only gain valuable knowledge and skills, but also contribute to the global effort of ensuring the availability and usability of quality data for current and future generations.

The Summit is hosted by the World Data System and the University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK), with support from various sponsors and partners. Some of the highlights of the summit include:

•    An opening session and keynote by Suzie Allard, Director of the Research and Innovation Center at UTK and David Castle, Chair of the WDS Scientific Committee, as well as a recorded message from the International Science Council’s CEO, Salvatore Aricò and a virtual presentation from UNESCO’s Ana Persec
•    A keynote speaker panel lunch with peers speaking to peers on finding sustainability for their repositories
•    A keynote speaker panel from the funder’s point of view of financial sustainability of repositories
•    Four lessons on sustainability planning, followed by hands-on breakout sessions for interactive learning and feedback

Registration is open to all, but priority will be given to World Data System members. The event is limited to 50 participants so register today!

There is no fee to attend the Summit. Continental breakfast and lunches will be provided to attendees on Thursday and Friday. Attendees are responsible for their travel, lodging, and remaining meal costs.

Once your registration is accepted to the event, links to room blocks at local hotels will be shared with attendees. Please email wds-ipo@utk.edu with any questions you may have.

Learn more about the Summit agenda, speakers, and register today at https://tiny.utk.edu/Sustainability_Registration.

We look forward to seeing you in person!

 

Save the Date: World Data System Sustainability Summit

Save the Date: World Data System Sustainability Summit

5 Apr 2023 | Events

Save the Date: World Data System Sustainability Summit

We are excited to announce our upcoming World Data System Sustainability Summit, a two-day event that will take place on 20 and 21 July at the University of Tennessee. This summit is designed for WDS members and prospective members who want to learn how to improve their sustainability plan for their repository, connect with resources and partners. Join us for this unique opportunity to network with peers, hear from experts, and share best practices on how to make your data more sustainable and impactful. Save the date and stay tuned for more details on the agenda and registration.

 

Informational Webinar: SciDataCon, An Integral Part of International Data Week

Informational Webinar: SciDataCon, An Integral Part of International Data Week

4 Apr 2023 | Events

Informational Webinar: SciDataCon, An Integral Part of International Data Week

Are you interested in learning more about SciDataCon, the international conference on data for research and innovation, which will be taking place as an integral part of International Data Week 2023: A Festival of Data, Salzburg, Austria, 23-26 October 2023?

If so, you won’t want to miss our upcoming informational webinar on 14 April 2023, featuring Simon Hodson of CODATA and Meredith Goins of World Data System. They will share their insights on the theme, topics, and submission process of SciDataCon 2023, as well as answer your questions and help you understand the scope of the event and the opportunities it offers.

This webinar is free and open to all members of the CODATA and World Data System communities and beyond.  Don’t miss this opportunity to get involved in one of the most exciting events in the fields of data science and data stewardship. Register now and join us on 14 April 2023 at 12:00 UTC for this informative and engaging webinar!

 

Towards a FAIRer World

Towards a FAIRer World

23 Feb 2023 | Events

Towards a FAIRer World

Towards a FAIRer World

Implementing the UNESCO Recommendation on Open Science to address global challenges

A Symposium co-organized by UNESCO, International Science Council (ISC) Committee on Data (CODATA) and World Data System (WDS)

UNESCO, Paris; Wednesday, 29 March 2023

World Data System is proud to co-sponsor this event with our partners at the ISC and CODATA.

For more information, go to codata.org/events/science-and-policy-workshops/towards-a-fairer-world/.