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Join Our CSM-STAND, Sri Lanka Chapters to Empowering Citizens for Effective Governance
Register by December 5, 2023
Introduction
At Omdena, we believe in the power of technology and citizen-driven initiatives to bring about positive change in society. Our local chapter, Civil Society and Media – Strengthened Together and Advancing in New Directions (CSM-STAND) Sri Lanka chapter is dedicated to building advanced public opinion/sentiment analysis and information validation tools. By harnessing the potential of AI and data science, we aim to strengthen citizen-driven social accountability and demand effective governance.
Why are we doing this?
- Verified certificate of completion with shareable features through platforms like LinkedIn and other social media.
- Possibility to be highlighted through our social media channels on the Omdena platform.
- It can serve as inspiration for your scientific papers and research.
- Work closely with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities.
- Possibility to get noticed and introduce your own ideas.
- Free access to Data Science/Artificial Intelligence courses specific to your needs through Omdena School.
- Develop skills and expertise in AI and machine learning technologies without any costs involved.
- Create an outstanding tech portfolio and win interviews.
How to start with us
For those with non-technical backgrounds. Don’t worry! We’ll offer you a basic course before you begin working on the projects so that you can still make valuable contributions.
Local Chapter Challenge
Join the Movement for Empowering Voices & Decode Public Opinion on Civil Society for Civil Society
One of the challenges to supporting effective strategic communications and positively impacting public understanding of the role of Civil Society Organizations is to capture a robust picture of public opinion regarding Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). With leadership from resource partner Omdena, BCS Sri Lanka will build and test an innovative approach to using machine learning to capture public sentiment on civil society, as expressed in media and social media.
GESI and CSOs Media Data Harvest: Enhancing Understanding and Advocacy
Challenge Starts: December 1, 2023
AI Innovation Challenges
Be Part of the AI Revolution for Social Good
Are you passionate about leveraging technology and AI to drive meaningful change? Join our AI Innovation Challenge! Collaborate with a global community of data scientists, AI experts, and domain specialists to develop innovative solutions for advanced public opinion and sentiment analysis in Sri Lanka. Together, we will pave the way for a more informed and engaged society, where citizens play a vital role in shaping effective governance.
Cross-Language Media Review: Identifying Inaccuracies in GESI Conversations
Challenge Starts: February 2, 2024
Courses Provided by Omdena School
Level Up Your Data Science Skills
We understand the importance of continuous learning and upskilling. That’s why we offer a range of courses through Omdena School, our online learning platform. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced data scientist, our courses will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in the field of AI-driven social impact projects in Sri Lanka.
Foundational Data Science Course with Python
Challenge Starts: December 1st, 2023
Natural Language Processing: Theory and Applica
Challenge Starts: January 1th, 2024
Join Omdena Sri Lanka Today!
Together, Let’s Shape a Brighter Future
Ready to make a difference in your community? Join Omdena’s CSM-STAND Sri Lanka local chapter and be at the forefront of empowering citizens for effective governance. Whether you’re a data scientist, AI enthusiast, or passionate about social impact, there’s a place for you in our community. Let’s collaborate, learn, and drive positive change together.
Benefits of joining our global AI family*
(*availability can be limited)
- Career services: Get paid gigs through Omdena and full-time job opportunies at leading companies.
- Mentoring support: Get connected to the right mentors to move your career forward.
- Free access to paid courses: Worth up to $500 from partners like Dataquest and Datacamp.
- Get certificates: When you complete a course or project, you will receive a certificate of completion from Omdena.
- Writing and speaking opportunities: Get paid gigs through Omdena and full-time job opportunies at leading companies.
- Write articles: Over 200 collaborators got the opportunity to publish articles through Omdena, receiving more than 150,000 views.
- Top courses: Over 350 collaborators received free access to top data science courses worth over $100,000.
- Speaking gigs: Over 100 collaborators got opportunities to speak through Omdena with a total of 10,000 registrations.
- Paid projects: Over 100 collaborators received more than $1,500,000 through paid projects and job opportunities.
- Recommendations: Over 50 collaborators received recommendations that helped them to get jobs and placements in Universities.