Benetech, based in Palo Alto, CA, is a leading organization dedicated to using data science and statistical analysis to advance human rights. With a focus on projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, and North America, Benetech collaborates with truth commissions, UN missions, and local activists to provide rigorous and accurate insights into human rights violations. Their team of experts, including statisticians, data scientists, and researchers, work closely with partners to create new knowledge, conduct basic research, and educate the next generation on the power of data analysis in defending human rights.
Through their extensive experience and partnerships, Benetech has contributed to the truth and reconciliation process in Colombia by publishing the largest dataset in the history of the human rights movement. This open resource allows data scientists, researchers, and civil society groups to explore the data and uncover further insights. With a commitment to scientific accuracy, Benetech aims to ensure that statistics about human rights violations are as precise as possible, strengthening the credibility of human rights claims worldwide.
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