BR Data Week: “We need data that improves decision-making and services for citizens”, says CGU minister

Summary:

The Minister of Control and Government (CGU), Vinu00edcius de Carvalho, opened the Data Week BR event, a gathering of experts and strategic leaders to discuss the scenario of data governance in Brazil and internationally. The event marks a milestone in the reopening of the Data Opens agenda, launched by the government in 2015, to promote data openness. Carvalho emphasized the need to change the government's culture to ensure transparency, improve data quality, and promote their use in decision-making. The minister also announced new initiatives, including the creation of a single catalog of federal government data, expansion of the Open Data Portal, and dialogue with civil society. The Data Week BR program includes panels, debates, and online activities, showcasing international experiences, national scenarios, and data-related topics. The event aims to become an annual reference for discussing data governance, openness, and sharing in Brazil.