Open Data Kosovo

Open Data Kosovo (ODK) is a pioneering civic-tech non-governmental organization in Kosovo established as a foundation on October 9th, 2014. Committed to fostering a culture of transparency and innovation, ODK actively engages in data collection, analysis, and advocacy, with a primary focus on leveraging data governance to drive informed decision-making, promote transparent governance, and optimize institutional processes in Kosovo.

We contribute to the development of a local and vibrant tech scene. By working as a lab that provides mentorship and training programs, we engage local software developers and help build a community around the use of nascent and enabling technologies to develop apps for social good with Kosovo’s open data.

OUR MAIN PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

DATA GOVERNANCE

We are committed to increasing knowledge and usage of data governance to support data-driven decision-making, policy-making, and process optimizations in day to day strategies.

CAPACITY BUILDING

We have trained more than 4,000 tech and open data enthusiasts coming from different sectors and guided them to better skills development.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

We specialize in crafting digital solutions for a diverse range of partners, including NGOs, governmental bodies, and private enterprises, with the shared goal of enhancing operational efficiency on both local and international scales.

ADVANCING RESPONSIBLE AI

We develop and promote guidelines and ethical frameworks for the responsible design, deployment, and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, ensuring transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI systems.