Virtual Micro-Project Initiative

(Virtual Event)
Have you ever had a data-oriented idea that could help a social cause but just never had the time to do it? Have you ever wanted to be able to add the experience of leading a small team of data analysts? Well, you are in luck, because:

Data for Good Vancouver is kicking off its virtual micro-project initiative! The event will start at 10:00 a.m. PST on Saturday, July 23.

Micro-projects are one-month-long initiatives proposed and led by volunteers to serve a social cause such as helping a non-profit realize their vision for change through the power of data-informed insights. Members and leads are expected to commit a couple hours a week. Members will either be team leads (by pitching their project ideas) or be analysts investigating the ideas proposed by the team leads!

Some examples from Data for Good Calgary are:

• An analysis of pet adoption pre- and post-COVID
• An analysis of Calgary's air quality throughout the years

This could be a great opportunity for you to:

1. Show off your data science skills in a group setting
2. Network with and learn from other data-minded individuals
3. Develop project management skills
4. Add a data science hook to your resume
5. And most importantly, do social good in your community

At the virtual kick-off meeting on Saturday, July 23, we will discuss:

1. Project initiation and brainstorming
2. Team formation
3. Training and onboarding
4. Data for Good core team and project manager support
5. What to expect from the project closeout

We hope to see you there!

*If you have any questions, reach out to **jeremy.fan@dataforgood.ca.***