Simple solutions to complex problems: What we learned about data collection in humanitarian aid at DIHAD with Maria Pervova and Catherine Kendall

Episode notes

In this special episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by SurveyCTO’s Business Development Manager, Maria Pervova, and Associate Account Executive Catherine Kendall. Together, the three navigate insights coming from the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development (DIHAD) Conference & Exhibition in Dubai, a leading event on humanitarian aid and development. This year’s theme, "Humanitarian Aid and Development in a Polarised World," sparked powerful conversations and left us thinking deeply about the role of data, collaboration, and innovation in humanitarian work. What You’ll Learn: Why digital transformation remains a crucial strategy for humanitarian organizations still relying on paper-based systems How standardization of data collection across multiple countries impacts program effectiveness and donor reporting How technology can enhance medical service delivery in humanitarian settings The importance of balancing innovation with practical solutions in humanitarian technology Maria is a Business Development professional at SurveyCTO with a background in economics and international development.

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