Our Team
Rescue Data Labs is built by a diverse team of data experts, software engineers, South Sudanese researchers, and open data advocates committed to evidence-based development.
Data Team
Data & Research
Our data team is responsible for collecting, validating, and integrating datasets from official sources including the National Bureau of Statistics, WHO, World Bank, UNICEF, and other trusted partners.
Development Team
Platform Engineering
Builds and maintains the Rescue Data Labs platform, ensuring it is fast, accessible, and optimized for mobile users across South Sudan's diverse connectivity environments.
Advisory Board
Strategic Guidance
Provides oversight and strategic direction, ensuring the platform serves the needs of researchers, policymakers, journalists, and citizens across South Sudan.
Research Partners
Analysis & Reports
Academic and research institutions that collaborate on data-driven reports, policy briefs, and visual stories that translate raw data into actionable insights.
Community Contributors
Open Source & Feedback
Developers, data scientists, and citizens who contribute to the platform through GitHub, submit data corrections, and provide valuable user feedback.
Advisory Board
Dr. Ajak P. Ajak
Data & Development Consultant
Expertise in South Sudanese development statistics and policy analysis.
Prof. Mary N. Bior
University of Juba
Professor of Economics with specialization in African economic data.
Mr. James K. Majok
Civil Society Data Initiative
Advocate for open data and transparency in South Sudan.
Join Our Team
Interested in contributing to South Sudan's open data ecosystem? We're always looking for talented data scientists, developers, and researchers.
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