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Data by itself is not magic.
It needs intention and purpose to be useful.
This is our fundamental guiding truth with data and AI equity work.

Hi, I am Meena.

I am a people-first, data equity
speaker + consultant + trainer
for nonprofits and agencies.

"Philanthropy is evolving to encourage and embrace social equity across the communities it serves. As it evolves, so will you. That's why, you need a thought-partner who can talk to your data "differently" and help you plan your next bold strategy.That strategy where you can reflect your innovation and adaptability. This is where I come in. Community surveys to data collection assessments, I help nonprofits and social impact agencies with mindful data practices for a social justice-centered community.

I believe the purpose of data should be two-fold. One, making it meaningfully inclusive for the community we are serving and two, enabling people around us with research techniques so they ask better questions."

AI in nonprofit sector Data collection for nonprofits Data-driven decision making AI tools for fundraising Nonprofit data analysis Member survey Survey design for nonprofits Ethical impact measurement Ethical data practices Donor survey

OUR VISION

Our vision is to empower nonprofits to do good with data by centering equity and inclusion in all aspects of their data practices. We believe that data can be a powerful tool for social change, but only if it is collected, analyzed, and applied in ways that promote fairness, justice, and inclusion.
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We envision a future where nonprofits are equipped with the knowledge and tools they need to collect and analyze data in ways that are responsive to the needs and perspectives of diverse communities. We believe that nonprofits can use data to better understand the challenges faced by marginalized and underrepresented groups, and to design programs and interventions that are tailored to their unique needs.
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Our commitment to equity and inclusion extends beyond our work with nonprofits. We seek to build a movement for data-driven social change that is guided by principles of fairness, justice, and inclusion. We believe that by centering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work, we can create a more just and equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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With our vision as our guide, we will continue to learn, innovate, and collaborate with partners across sectors to create a world where data is a force for good, and where everyone has the opportunity to participate fully in society.
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Our commitment: As a BIPOC Immigrant-led practice, Namaste Data aims to enable all voices that seek and support racial and social justice. To keep this commitment, we offer
  • consulting services at "pay what you can" model for 3 BIPOC led organizations every 9 months, and
  • pro-bono 5 1-hr sessions every month to anyone who lost their job due to COVID. Sessions can be around any data/data science related counsel (e.g., resume tweaks for analyst or counsel for work).

HERE IS
WHAT WE
DO

(THE SHORT VERSION)

  • Advisory Services: Guiding nonprofits in developing strategies that transform data challenges into opportunities for growth and connection.
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  • Training & Workshops: Building accessibility about AI and data with interactive, hands-on learning experiences that foster team alignment and build internal capacity.
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  • Data Collection: Crafting inclusive, actionable data collection methods that amplify the voices of the whole community.
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  • AI Readiness & Equity Frameworks: Preparing organizations to ethically and effectively integrate AI into their operations and decision-making processes.

AND THIS IS HOW WE LIVE OUR INTENTIONS
 

  • Equity over extraction: We believe data is not a commodity but a responsibility. Every insight should uplift, not exploit.
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  • Collaboration over isolation: We work alongside our clients, empowering them with knowledge and tools to lead the charge.
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  • Sustainability over speed: Thoughtful, intentional practices lead to more impactful and enduring results.
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  • Humanity over automation: AI and data should augment, not replace, the human heart of nonprofit missions.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you."~Maya Angelou.
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Let's work with data in ways where each of us gets to share our stories. Let's put intention to discover how the nonprofit sector is working with data collection, analysis, and decision-making. Let us learn how we can ethically and responsibly leverage AI tools for fundraising, ethical impact measurement, and member surveys to drive data-driven strategies. Enhance your nonprofit operations with expert survey design, donor surveys, and ethical data practices at Namaste Data.

Land Acknowledgement:
NamasteData operates on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples –Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), SÉ™lÌ“ílwÉ™taÊ”/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xwmÉ™θkwÉ™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam) Nations.

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