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ABW 2023 Fellowship: Closing Event!
On November 15th, we have officially closed the second edition of the Analytics for a Better World Data Practitioners Fellowship Program!
Professor Dick Den Hertog Wins the Impact Award 2023
Last week, Prof. Dick den Hertog, Professor of Operations Research at the University of Amsterdam and proud Founder of the Analytics for a Better World institute, has been awarded the Impact Award in the Society category!
Award Winning Paper: Optimizing the Path Towards Plastic-Free Oceans
Last week, Ph.D. student Baizhi Song has won the second place in the 2023 INFORMS Transportation Science and Logistics Student Paper Competition with the paper “Optimizing the Path Towards Plastic-Free Oceans”!
Analytics for a Better World UvA Courses
On Monday, September 11th, two Analytics for a Better World courses have officially started at the University of Amsterdam, as part of the Economics and Business Bachelor and Master programs.
Vacancy: Fundraising Manager (Freelance)
Passionate about driving change for a better world? Join Us in Making a Meaningful Impact with Analytics! We’re in search of a freelance expert to accelerate our Analytics for a Better World institute. At Analytics for a Better World, we’re on a mission to unite nonprofits, academia, and businesses in leveraging analytics to jointly contribute […]
Introducing Kate Molly Henry: ABW Lead of Operations
We are happy to announce our new Lead of Operations and Project Manager: Kate Molly Henry! At ABW, Kate will focus on ensuring successful collaboration with all partners, sponsors, and research teams. With over 6 years of project management experience and a background in data analytics, she has witnessed the power of data analytics and […]
Introducing Franka Rolvink Couzy: ABW New Supervisory Board Member
We are happy to announce our new ABW supervisory board member: Franka Rolvink Couzy! Franka plays a vital role in expanding ABW’s reach. With more than 20 years of experience at top Dutch business media, a research background at one of the largest Dutch banks and extensive experience in advising C-level about change for the […]
ABW 2023 Fellowship Program – Open Applications!
Open call to all the data science enthusiasts from the non-profit and development sector: applications for the 2023 Data Science Practitioner Fellowship by ABW are now open! After last year’s success, the new edition of the ABW Data Science Practitioners Fellowship Program is here! Our 8-week hands-on online program will take place from September 13th […]
Amref Health Africa Empowered with Power BI: Unleashing the Potential of Data Insights
In a bid to drive lasting health change across Africa, Amref Health Africa, the largest health organisation in Africa, has embraced the power of innovation and data analytics. Partnering with the Analytics for a Better World (ABW) Institute, a collaborative effort between University of Amsterdam and ORTEC, Amref has embarked on a transformative journey towards […]
Vacancy: Supervisory Board Members
Supervisory Board Member: Nonprofits and Social Innovation We are currently seeking a Supervisory Board Member who will play a pivotal role in expanding our NGO network, providing valuable insights on NGOs, social innovation, and sustainable development. As an ambassador for our organization, you will have the opportunity to broaden our reach, support fundraising efforts, and […]
CMotions joins Analytics for a Better World!
It is official! Analytics for a Better World has a started a collaboration with Cmotions, with the aim of applying advanced analytics to social issues.
ABW Article on IFORS June 2023 Issue
The June 2023 issue of the International Federation of Operational Research Societies (IFORS) includes an article about Analytics for a Better World and its impact on the Sustainable Development Goals, written by ABW Science to Impact Director, Dick den Hertog and ABW Managing Director, Robert Monné!