Data Friendly Space (DFS) is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization based in the United States with a presence in Switzerland, Germany and Nepal. DFS’ guiding principle is to improve information management and analysis capacity, tools and processes in the humanitarian and development community to enable better informed and more targeted assistance.

DFS focuses on creation of data centric web applications, websites and mobile applications to support humanitarian organizations in extracting actionable insights from their data and execute their missions. In addition to software development and cybersecurity services, DFS also provides a range of analytical services focused on strengthening data collection and analysis capacities in humanitarian emergencies. 

DFS also focuses on the intersection between data automation processes powered by Artificial Intelligence and human knowledge, and in particular when one can help the other to execute analysis.

We have been working with numerous IGOs and international organiaztions based in Geneva, such as the UN (and its various bodies, UNHCR,  OHCHR, UNEP, UNFPA), IFRC, DFID, JIPS and IDMC.

DFS team is composed of experts from the humanitarian information management and analysis field who specialize in real time secondary data review and development of humanitarian apps that support timely extraction of information from large volumes of unstructured data.

DFS staff is closely linked to the DEEP initiative (thedeep.io) and part of the benefits from DFS contracts directly contribute to the maintenance and further development of DEEP.

Humanitarian

Data Friendly Space

Data Friendly Space's headquarters in Richmond, VA, United States

This department oversees the strategic direction and policies of the organization through its board members.

Board Governance

The Engineering Team at Data Friendly Space (DFS) is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the data-centric web and mobile applications that support humanitarian organizations. This includes creating sophisticated tools for real-time data analysis, automating processes with Artificial Intelligence, and ensuring robust cybersecurity measures. The team also focuses on enhancing data collection and analysis capacities amidst humanitarian emergencies, leveraging their expertise to transform large volumes of unstructured data into actionable insights.

Engineering Team

The Analytics and Strategy Team at Data Friendly Space (DFS) focuses on enhancing information management and analysis capabilities to support humanitarian and development efforts. They specialize in performing real-time secondary data reviews, developing data collection strategies, and creating analytical frameworks to extract actionable insights from large volumes of unstructured data. By leveraging both artificial intelligence and human expertise, the team ensures that humanitarian organizations can make well-informed, targeted decisions. This team collaborates with international bodies, enhancing data-driven decision-making processes in humanitarian emergencies and contributing to key initiatives like the DEEP.

Analytics and Strategy Team

The Leadership Team at Data Friendly Space is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overall vision of the organization. Comprising the Chief Product Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Executive Officer, this team focuses on guiding the development of data-centric tools and services that support the humanitarian community. They ensure alignment with DFS's mission, foster partnerships with international organizations, oversee technological innovation, and make key decisions to drive the organization's growth and impact.

Leadership Team

The Product & Design team at Data Friendly Space (DFS) is responsible for creating user-centric digital solutions that enhance the information management and analytical capabilities of humanitarian organizations. Comprising of UX/UI designers, digital content specialists, and communications managers, the team designs intuitive web and mobile applications that facilitate efficient data extraction and actionable insights. They ensure that the user experience and interface are optimized for ease of use and effectiveness, supporting the DFS mission to improve targeted assistance through advanced data tools.

Product & Design

The Project Management Team at Data Friendly Space (DFS) coordinates and oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects focused on improving information management and analysis in the humanitarian sector. This team works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including international organizations and IGOs, to ensure that data-centric web applications, websites, mobile applications, and analytical services are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Their responsibilities also include risk management, resource allocation, and maintaining alignment with DFS’s mission of enhancing data automation processes powered by AI and human expertise.

People (8)

Jobs (0)

Other teams

Engineering Team

Analytics and Strategy Team

Leadership Team

Product & Design

Project Management Team