Data Equity

A central focus of our center’s mission is to promote data equity as a pathway to advancing health equity. Conducting impactful research requires prioritizing inclusion at every stage of the process—from identifying research questions to study design, analysis, and dissemination. Researchers must thoughtfully consider the historical and social contexts of their work and strive to align their efforts with the needs and priorities of the communities they aim to serve. To support this mission, we are committed to sharing resources that inform our health data science community about data equity while fostering collaborations to build a robust community of practice. This community will focus on maximizing benefits and minimizing harm for all individuals who contribute to or are affected by our work. As part of this effort, CHDS will host seminars to explore the scope of data equity and showcase applications of this framework across a variety of projects, helping to drive meaningful and equitable research practices throughout the data life cycle.