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DevInfo Launches September to December 2011 Webinar Series

Starting in September 2011, DevInfo will be launching a new webinar series to engage in new ways with our community of users.

 

The series will complement face to face training and online e-learning courses on DevInfo and further provide insight into ongoing projects and best practices in the field. Whenever possible, project counterparts from global, regional and national levels will join sessions to share perspectives on their work. Each webinar is scheduled for forty five minutes with dedicated time for discussion. DevInfo webinars are free and open to all, with only an Internet connection required to participate.  The format allows for comments, questions and opportunities to enhance the DevInfo community of users. We welcome all levels of users and interested parties. Offered on a weekly basis, the webinars will be recorded on http://www.devinfo.org for future viewing for those unable to participate live in the session.

 

To register for the webinar series, please RSVP with the webinar title(s) and date(s) you would like to attend, by way of email reply to the DevInfo Support Group at support@devinfo.info. Registered participants will receive a follow-up email with detailed instructions for participation one week before the actual webinar.

 

Note: Webinar schedules and topics are subject to revision.

 

Kick Off: Introduction to DevInfo Webinar Series

 

The first webinar will give advanced and new users an introduction to the 2011 webinar series and a look into the various features of DevInfo. The tour will include a look at our most popular applications and some features that even advanced users might not be familiar with.

 

Date/Time: 28 September 2011, 07h30 New York (UTC-4), 13h30 Geneva (UTC+2), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group

Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Preview of DevInfo 7.0

 

Viewers will get a first look at a new version of DevInfo set to be launched in early 2012. This webinar will have input from UNICEF and the DevInfo Support Group Software Development Team on the exciting updates planned for DevInfo 7.0 and the DevInfo website.

 

Date/Time: 5 October 2011, 08h30 New York (UTC-4), 14h30 Geneva (UTC+2), 18h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 20h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: UNICEF Headquarters with the DevInfo Support Group Software Development Team
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

PolioInfo

 

Join this interactive session to learn more about the role of DevInfo in the effort to eradicate polio in India. The PolioInfo database is used extensively in the states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to share customized data to those working in the field. The use of profiles allows for the quick and efficient transfer of data and analysis at the block level, playing a key role in allocation of resources and personnel.

 

Date/Time: 12 October 2011, 07h30 New York (UTC-4), 13h30 Geneva (UTC+2), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Introduction to www.devinfo.org

 

This webinar will present the variety of resources available on the DevInfo website. Stories from the field will be presented from the DevInfo in Action series, along with resources for training and an introduction to the many exciting features.

 

Date/Time: 19 October 2011, 07h30 New York (UTC-4), 13h30 Geneva (UTC+2), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video.

 


 

Tracking Equity in Education

 

This week’s topic includes approaches to tracking equity in education using di Dashboards and
EFA Info. EFA Info is a DevInfo-based database of key education data across the Asia and Pacific region. The di Dashboard is an online tool that presents data in an user friendly format. This session will include country level perspectives on the application of EFA Info in planning and advocacy in the education sector.

 

Date/Time: 25 October 2011, 08h30 New York (UTC-4), 14h30 Geneva (UTC+2), 18h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 20h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: UNICEF EAPRO with the DevInfo Support Group
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Introduction to Child Mortality Estimates (CME Info)

 

CME Info or Child Mortality Estimates Info is a web-based database management application designed to create estimate-based charts of child mortality indicators and to manage underlying data. This webinar will introduce CME Info, share user tips and provide a forum for your comments and questions.
 
Date/Time: 2 November 2011, 07h30 New York (UTC-4), 12h30 Geneva (UTC+1), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: UNICEF New York with DevInfo Support Group
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

UNDAF Monitoring

 

UNDAFInfo is a customized version of the di Monitoring application. It is currently being used in Cambodia, Rwanda and other contexts to assist UN Country Teams in tracking joint progress towards the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF). This webinar will introduce the software and display its features allowing timely and easy access to UNDAF in a single online dashboard.

 

Date/Time: 9 November 2011, 06h30 New York (UTC-5), 12h30 Geneva (UTC+1), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group with UNRCO Cambodia and UNICEF Rwanda 
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Emergency Preparedness Bhutan

 

EmergencyInfo is a powerful decision support system that helps people respond in emergency situations. Through PDAs and SMS, EmergencyInfo assists in rapid data collection, monitoring progress, and disaster preparedness. In Bhutan the application is used in disaster preparedness and as a tool for report preparation from the field.

 

Date/Time: 16 November 2011, 06h30 New York (UTC-5), 12h30 Geneva (UTC+1), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group with UNICEF Bhutan
Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

CensusInfo

 

Attending this webinar will give viewers a look into the innovative application used for dissemination of population and housing census results. CensusInfo was created with the UNSD in partnership with UNICEF and UNFPA. It is currently used in multiple countries including Mexico, Egypt and India, which recently undertook the largest census in history. India is using an online data dashboard feature to display key results.

 

Date/Time: 23 November 2011, 06h30 New York (UTC-5), 12h30 Geneva (UTC+1), 17h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 19h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group with Government of India

Link to session:  Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Data Exchange and SDMX 2.1

 

This week’s webinar will introduce SDMX 2.1, a global initiative to foster standards for the exchange of statistical information. The DevInfo model of efficient data transfer between government line ministries, national statistics offices, and international reporting agencies will be discussed.

 

Date/Time: 30 November 2011, 08h30 New York (UTC-5), 14h30 Geneva (UTC+1), 19h00 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 21h30 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: DevInfo Support Group

Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video

 


 

Maternal Mortality

 

MME Info was created for the Maternal Mortality Estimation Inter-agency Group (MMEIG) to present the latest maternal mortality estimates across the world. The application uses an algorithm based on the number of maternal deaths as well as information on the cause, status and timing of maternal deaths to create the estimates. In this webinar the application’s features of graph, series, and estimates will be explored.

 

Date/Time: 16 December 2011, 09h00 New York (UTC-5), 15h00 Geneva (UTC+1), 19h30 Delhi (UTC+5.30), 22h00 Beijing (UTC+8)
Moderator: WHO and UNICEF with DevInfo Support Group

Link to session: Click here to view the recorded webinar video




DevInfo 2012: Preview of DevInfo 7.0

DevInfo initiative is hosting a live webinar to update viewers on the latest version of DevInfo and the year ahead. DevInfo 7.0 harnesses the latest advancements in information technology, data visualization, statistical standards and Internet connectivity. Participants will get an updated preview of DevInfo 7.0, as well as an overview of key activities taking place in 2012.


Date/Time: 7 February 2012, 09h30 New York and 21h30 New York, Click here to check the time in your location.
Moderator: Peter Leth, DevInfo Specialist, UNICEF HQ, and Sameer Thapar, Senior DevInfo Support Group Trainer and Technical Manager
Link to recording: Click here to view the recorded webinar video
Link to presentation: Click here to download presentation

Link to DevInfo 7.0 FAQs: Click here to download PDF

 

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