How Oxfam Gives Power Back to Marginalized Communities with Yahya Hussein

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Yahya Hussein, Digital Programmes Advisor for Oxfam, to explore innovative digital tools that empower marginalized communities. They dive into how Oxfam is empowering communities through bottom-up accountability, challenges and innovations in implementing bottom-up accountability systems, and the future of community-led data systems.

Yahya is a dedicated expert in monitoring, evaluation, and learning across international development. He has over a decade of experience in regions like Iraq, Sudan, and Kurdistan to empower communities through data-driven solutions. From humanitarian aid to corporate social responsibility, Yahya focuses on harnessing digital tools to connect marginalized communities with decision-makers who can drive meaningful change.

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Episode Resources:

• Yahya Hussein on LinkedIn
• Oxfam Website
• Marta Costa on LinkedIn
• Dobility Website
• SurveyCTO Website

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