Centre for Data Science and Social Impact

Enable the social purpose ecosystem to leverage the power of data to scale its operations, efficiency and impact through knowledge, capacity, platforms, partnerships and practices.

 

Why we exist

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To Create Knowledge

Create and disseminate high-quality actionable knowledge on data and data science.

To Influence Practice

Drive adoption of data and data science tools, approaches and practices.

 
 
World class faculty
Enhanced knowledge infrastructure
 
 

To Build Communities of Research & Practice

Develop collaborations, build partnerships and networks, and create communities that build knowledge in the domain.

Who we work with

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Social Purpose Organisations
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Funders
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Enabling Organisations
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Domain experts and Data Scientists
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Data & Technology Solution Providers
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Researchers & Students
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Data Science Enthusiasts
 

Our Work

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Code4Change
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The Power of Data for Impact
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CDSSI Fellowship
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Data Stories
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Data Maturity Assessment
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Data Quality

Advisory Council

Dr Anand Srinivasa Rao
Dr Anand Srinivasa Rao

Professor of Applied Data Science and AI

Chair of CDSSI Advisory Council

Dr Anand Rao is currently a distinguished service professor at Carnegie Mellon University. Over his 35-year consulting, industry, and academic career, he has focused on research, innovation, applications, business, and societal adoption of data, analytics, and AI.

  • Prof. Ankur Sarin
    Prof. Ankur Sarin

    Faculty, IIMA

    Prof. Ankur Sarin is a faculty member at IIM Ahmedabad. He has a PhD in Public Policy from the University of Chicago. He is currently dedicated to enhancing the Right to Education as part of IIM Ahmedabad's Right to Education Resource Center.

  • Puja Marwaha
    Puja Marwaha

    CEO, CRY (Child Rights and You)

    Puja Marwaha has devoted her career to championing children's rights, which she considers crucial for a nation's progress. She also serves on the board of VANI, contributing to the advancement of social causes through public mobilisation.

  • Dr. Sarabjot Singh
    Dr. Sarabjot Singh

    Co-Founder & Chief Data Scientist, Tatras; Co-Founder, Sabudh Foundation

    Dr. Sarabjot Singh Anand is a leading figure in data mining. His expertise extends to diverse applications, including advertising optimisation, recommender systems, and predictive modelling for various sectors. He also co-founded Innosential in 2016, collaborating with Carnegie Mellon University.

  • Sashi Rajamani
    Sashi Rajamani

    Chairperson, Social Venture Partners, Bengaluru Chapter

    Sashi Rajamani, a founding member of SVP Bengaluru, has held various roles, including GC & GRC Chair, CMC member, and Lead Partner. Over the past decade, she has collaborated with numerous SVP investees, specialising in diverse verticals such as education and disability.

Events & Convenings

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CDSSI Centre Launch

The Centre for Data Science and Social Impact (CDSSI) was launched on..

The Power of Data for Impact

To explore how the social sector leverages data and data..

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Code4Change

CDSSI hosted the award ceremony for the winners of the first edition..

Digital Open Solutions (DOS) for Social Impact

CDSSI welcomed its first cohort of seven fellow teams on..

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Media Coverage

NatWest Group India and ISDM unveil Digital Library for the Social Sector
Centre for Data Science and Social Impact launched in Bengaluru
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  • The Financial Express
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Data-Driven Social Transformation: The Vision and Initiatives of CDSSI
Centre for Data Science and Social Impact launched
  • The Hindu Bureau
  • The Hindu
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Embracing Gen Z, A new paradigm for modern workplaces
ISDM Launches Centre for Data Science and Social Impact with Citi at Koramangala in Bangalore
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  • The Hans India
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From Banking To Philanthropy: Ravi Sreedharan's Journey Of Impact
ISDM Launches Centre For Data Science And Social Impact with citi
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आईएसडीएम ने सामाजिक परिवर्तन प्रबंधन पर आयोजित किया पहला सम्मेलन
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Resources

Collective Insights on Collective Impact

Download our report that assesses and maps the current landscape of data science usage in the social sector

The Power of Data for Impact Part I

Collective Insights on Collective Impact

Download our report that looks at the enablers who facilitate the effective use of data and data science use in the sector

The Power of Data for Impact Part II

Data Stories

A graphic novel that tells the story of how SPOs are using data to supercharge their work

Data Stories

DMA Self-assessment Toolkit

Coming soon

DMA Self-assessment Toolkit

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Indian School of Development Management, supported by Citi India's CSR efforts, launched the Centre for Data Science and Social Impact (CDSSI) to connect Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs) with funders, academia, tech enablers and other experts, to drive rapid adoption of data and data science by the social sector.