Fifth GNI Data Dialogue held at School of Mass Communication, KIIT-DU

Data Dialogue, an interactive workshop exploring the intersection of data journalism and responsible data practices, was held on January 13, 2023, at the KSOM Auditorium, Campus 7 of KIIT Deemed To Be University (KIIT-DU) in Bhubaneswar, India. The event was organized by the Google News India (GNI) Initiative Network, led by Data LEADS, and was held in partnership with the School of Mass Communication at KIIT-DU.

                               Google News Initiative Data Dialogue at KIIT-DU Bhubaneswar

The event featured a range of panel discussions, workshops, and talks from leading experts in the fields of data journalism and data ethics. Participants had the opportunity to learn from and engage with these experts, as well as network with their peers in the media and journalism industries. Moreover, attendees had the opportunity to learn about the latest trends and best practices' in data-driven journalism and marketing and also had the chance to network with their peers and make valuable connections. Some of the key topics that were explored at the event included:

• The role of data in modern journalism
• Best practices' for using data responsibly in reporting
• The ethical considerations involved in collecting, using, and sharing data
• The importance of transparency and accountability in data journalism

The workshop was attended by 280 participants from media organizations and journalism schools.