Our Data Bodies – Human Rights and Data Justice

Watched and Still Dying – Our Data Bodies
▻https://www.odbproject.org/2020/04/26/watched-and-still-dying

Those who test positive for HIV and AIDS, remain among some of the most tracked people in the United States. Their surveillance has not led to a feeling of safety for survivors I have spoken with, nor has it led to a cure.

As has become typical with most crises, the impact on the Black community cannot be overstated. In 2018, Blacks/African Americans accounted for 42% (16,067) of HIV diagnoses and 13% of the population. In 2020, Black Americans represent 13% of the population, but have suffered 32% of the COVID-19 deaths.

What We Are Doing – Our Data Bodies
▻https://www.odbproject.org/about/what-we-are-doing

Based in marginalized neighborhoods in Charlotte, North Carolina, Detroit, Michigan, and Los Angeles, California, we are:

Looking at digital data collection and our human rights;
Helping local communities, community organizations, and social support networks;
Growing a national conversation on safety, privacy, and data protection needs of marginalized communities; and,
Showing how different data systems impact re-entry, fair housing, public assistance, and community development.

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