In a new Mathematica “Policy in Perspective” podcast, senior researcher Kristen Velyvis and senior fellow Sarah Hughes discuss the challenges of collecting high quality data from resource-poor environments. They describe specific examples of potential data collection barriers and suggest approaches that can help mitigate these challenges at each stage of the survey process. Hughes and Velyvis emphasize the importance of high quality data in generating a clear understanding of the population—which should ultimately lead to the development and implementation of effective policies and programs.
Download the Delivering Good Data in Developing Countries podcast.