🟠Data Champions at reNEW
Overview of the Data Champions Program at reNEW
🧪 Data Champions at reNEW?
reNEW Data Champions are volunteer researchers who provide peer-to-peer support in research data management (RDM). They aim to make responsible data practices more accessible, consistent, and embedded across the reNEW research community.
🎯 Purpose and Role
Data Champions act as local RDM facilitators within their groups. Working in close collaboration with the Data Steward and institutional support teams, they help colleagues:
Organize, store, and share data effectively
Navigate legal, institutional, and funder compliance requirements
Apply the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
Integrate good data management into everyday research workflows
🌱 Why They Matter
By fostering a culture of shared responsibility and continuous learning, Data Champions help:
Strengthen data integrity and scientific reproducibility
Encourage responsible, transparent data sharing
Improve the long-term value, accessibility, and reuse of research outputs
Bridge the gap between high-level RDM policy and daily research practice
Their contributions are central to building a sustainable, FAIR-aligned, and future-proof data ecosystem within reNEW.
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