🟠Data Champions at reNEW

Overview of the Data Champions Program at reNEW

What are Data Champions at reNEW?

The reNEW Data Champions are a team of volunteer researchers who provide peer-to-peer support in research data management (RDM). Their primary role is to help make data management more accessible, consistent, and embedded across the reNEW research community.

Purpose and Function

Data Champions serve as local RDM facilitators. They support colleagues by helping them understand, implement, and maintain responsible data management practices. This includes:

• Assisting researchers to organise, store, and share data effectively

• Promoting compliance with legal, institutional, and funder requirements

• Supporting adoption of the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)

• Collaborating with the Data Steward and broader support infrastructure to embed good practices

Why They Matter

By fostering a culture of shared responsibility and continuous learning, the Data Champions play a critical role in:

• Enhancing data integrity and research reproducibility

• Encouraging responsible data sharing

• Ensuring the long-term value and accessibility of research outputs

• Promoting a transparent and sustainable research environment across the Node

Data Champions help bridge the gap between central RDM policy and day-to-day research practice, creating a more resilient and future-proof data ecosystem within reNEW.