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Welcome to our Data for Good Database!

Welcome to our Data for Good Database!

Owned by Minh Anh Do
Last updated: 03 Mar 2025
2 min read

This resource is designed to help students and researchers access, explore, and utilize open-source datasets, particularly focusing on the Asia-Pacific region. This guide will walk you through how to navigate the database, download data, and understand metadata.

This folder is continuously being developed and updated with new datasets. The data will be organized by themes, followed by our Data of the Month’s themes.

Accessing the Database

The database is hosted directly on LKYSPP Data for Good Wiki.

Understanding Metadata

Each dataset comes with a metadata document that provides essential information about a dataset:

  • Access Link: A direct link to access and download the data

  • Overview: A general description of the data

  • File Information: Data format details

  • Data Collection Methods and Sources: How and when the data was collected and its source

  • Variable Descriptions: Definitions of column names and data types

  • Notes for Analysis: Suggestions on how the data can be used for research

  • Limitations: Any known issues with the dataset (e.g., missing values, biases)

  • Citation: Citation requirements

Navigating the Database

The database consists of multiple sheets, each representing a category of datasets based on the monthly analysis our Data Team conducts.

Common categories can include:

  • Education

  • Demographics & Census

  • Health & Public Policy

  • Economic & Financial Data

  • Environment & Climate

  • Technology & Digital Access

Downloading Data

To download data from the database:

  1. Click on the CSV at the top of the metadata document

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Each metadata document comes with a link attached at the top.

  1. A table will be populated with the raw data. Follow these steps to download the data:

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Troubleshooting & Support

If you encounter issues accessing or interpreting the data, here’s what you can do:

  • Check the dataset’s official documentation (linked in the Metadata section).

  • Contact the Data For Good Data team via email

  • Join our WhatsApp group for discussions and support

Contributing & Feedback

We are constantly updating the database to improve its usefulness. Don’t be shy and feel free to jump in the comment section below if you have:

  • Suggestions for new datasets

  • Found broken links or outdated information

  • Feedback on usability

 

 

 

 

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