2023
LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
OPEN DATA INDEX
The Local Government Open Data Index is a benchmark study prepared by the Open Data and Technology Association to raise awareness about open data initiatives in Türkiye. Its purpose is to demonstrate how local government organizations with open data portals are leading the way in promoting transparency, accountability, and a culture of openness. While emphasizing the positive impact of open data efforts, the evaluation criteria aim to be encouraging rather than judgmental.
With this motivation, we will share the results of the index study for 2023 on January 10, 2024, with the support of Harvard Business Review Türkiye. We invite those interested in the performance of the 12 Metropolitan Municipalities and 5 District Municipalities with open data portals in terms of readiness, implementation, and impact dimensions to our promotional event.
ABOUT THE INDEX?
The “Local Government Open Data Index,” one of AVTED’s founding objectives, is a study prepared to focus on the readiness, implementation, and effectiveness of local governments in the field of open data, as well as to develop a culture of transparency and competence.
HOW WAS THE SCORING CONDUCTED?
The scoring and ranking do not express any success or failure of municipalities other than the subjects covered by open data. In other words, this ranking and scoring are solely related to open data compliance, practices, and usage. The methodology has been shared transparently.
WHICH CITıES/DISTRICTS PARTICIPATED?
As of the end of 2023, all 12 Metropolitan Municipalities and 5 District Municipalities in Türkiye with open data portals were included in the index study. These cities and districts are alphabetically listed as follows: Ankara, Antalya, Balıkesir, Bursa, Gaziantep, Istanbul, Izmir, Kayseri, Kocaeli, Konya, Ordu, Sakarya Metropolitan Municipalities, and Beyoğlu, Eyüpsultan, Kadıköy, Küçükçekmece, Tuzla District Municipalities.
Overall Performance In All Dimensions
The open data initiatives of the 12 Metropolitan Municipalities and 5 District Municipalities evaluated within the scope of the “Local Government Open Data Index” have been assessed on a scale of 100 points, and the following results have been obtained. You can review our report for all the details.
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About The Open Data And Technology Association
Open data, defined as digital data that can be freely accessed, shared, and reused without restrictions imposed by copyright, patents, or other control mechanisms, promotes transparency, participation, and innovation by leveraging the capabilities of modern technologies. Its freely accessible and reusable nature fosters transparency, encourages participation, and stimulates innovation, ultimately contributing to the development of better individuals, societies, and countries.
Established on June 26, 2020, by open data advocates, the Open Data and Technology Association (AVTED) aims to encourage interest in the field of “open data” among experts from various disciplines, foster an “open data culture and awareness,” mobilize crowdsourcing and entrepreneurs, develop applications by making data openly available that would facilitate life in all fields, work towards removing barriers to open data, and establish an “open data index” for our country. AVTED is a civil and independent organization dedicated to these goals.
For more information and volunteering opportunities, you can visit avted.org.tr.
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