On 16 October 2024, Early Learning Measurement (ELOM) users from various early learning organisations gathered in Cape Town for a Community of Practice (CoP) workshop hosted by DataDrive2030 and facilitated by DataDrive2030’s Deputy Director, Sibongile Khumalo. The event aimed to foster collaboration among ELOM tool users, and broadly explore various facets of intentional data usage for decision-making.
A wide collection of organisations participated: Nal’ibali, Breadline Africa RSA (NPC), Early Care Foundation, South African Education Project (SAEP), Ikamva Labantu Charitable Trust, Impande, ATKV, The Custoda Trust, Impande Yotshani, Lulamaphiko, Early Learning Research Unit (ELRU), The Do More Foundation, Training and Resources in Early Education (TREE), True North, Knysna Education Trust, Wordworks, Cotlands, Grow ECD, Thanda After School, Foundation for Community work, and Sikhula Sonke Early Childhood Development.
Throughout the day, participants engaged in practical exercises and rich discussions that emphasised the critical role of data in driving programme and sectoral improvements.
This report offers a comprehensive overview of the workshop’s key sessions, insights, and reflections, and intends to communicate the collective ideas that were shared by participants. Together with the day’s slides, it aims to serve as a resource for continuous reference and learning for the workshop attendees, and for the DataDrive2030 team.
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