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IATI joins Humanitarian AI Today podcast to discuss open data and AI

• Oct. 6, 2026

IATI Executive Director Yemesrach Workie joined the Humanitarian AI Today podcast to discuss the growing importance of open data in the AI era.

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Why Transparency and Quality Data are Crucial to Effective Development Co-operation

• Sept. 16, 2026

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In Memory of Siem Vaessen

• Aug. 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness that the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) shares the news that Siem Vaessen passed away on 30 July 2026.

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Saudi Fund for Development joins IATI for workshop on transparency and development data

• July 31, 2026

Workshop at UNDP Headquarters explores open development data, IATI membership and digital transformation

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IATI Standard selected by leading geospatial initiative to improve mapping of development cooperation

• July 29, 2026

The Mapping for Monitoring and Evaluation (MAPME) initiative has chosen the IATI Standard as the foundation for publishing location data on development projects.

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IATI Annual Report 2025: Shaping the Future of Open Data

• July 28, 2026

The International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) has published its Annual Report 2025: Shaping the Future of Open Data, alongside the Financial Report 2025.

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Green Climate Fund starts publishing IATI data

• July 27, 2026

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has started publishing its climate finance data to IATI, marking an important milestone following its decision to join the initiative as a member earlier this year.

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2026 Global Data Festival: IATI members showcase open data and AI-powered innovation

• June 18, 2026

IATI members participated in the 2026 Global Data Festival and Kenya Space Expo & Conference, held from 2–5 June 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.

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Green Climate Fund joins IATI as a Member

• May 26, 2026

The Green Climate Fund has become a member of the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI).

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G7 Finance Ministers recognise IATI’s role in strengthening development finance data

• May 21, 2026

G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors have recognised the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) in their official communiqué issued in Paris on 19 May 2026.

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