Some of the activities of the project include:

• Workshops for Skill Development

Data analysis and visualization workshops conducted in English, German, or Spanish to provide practical skills for professional opportunities. Workshops have been held on a range of data analysis tools, including Excel, QGis, and MaxQDA. In the fall, Data Know How collaborated with Casa de las Americas to put on a workshop on Excel in Spanish. There have also been workshops on finding jobs and internships in Erfurt and Thuringia, as well as one on how to apply for the European Solidarity Corps funding to help get other projects off the ground. Coming up, the Data Know How project is planning workshops on using Tableau and Stata, as well as a follow-up on QGis. Non-formal education principles are used, creating an environment of critical thinking and peer-to-peer learning.

• Networking Events:

Collaborative events with local organizations like SpracheCafe, CGE, Fairly Fair, and others will provide networking opportunities and information about micro-funding projects, internships, and volunteering opportunities. These networking events will be happening this spring as the project begins to wind down, to ensure that people who have been attending the workshops remain well connected in the Erfurt community and informed of other opportunities and initiatives available to them in the city.

• Social Activities:

Social activities are also a very important aspect of the project. Activities such as picnics, intercultural evenings, and game nights are planned throughout the next few months. These activities will facilitate networking and strengthen connections among young migrants, local organizations, and the community.

The Data Know How team would like to invite everyone in Erfurt to be part of Data Know How! Whether you're a young migrant, a local resident, or simply passionate about building a more inclusive community, join us at our workshops and events. Keep an eye on our social media for updates on schedules and activities.

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About the Authors

Lara Schüth is a MPP student at the Willy Brandt School. She has a Bachelor's Degree in History and Sociology from the University of Minnesota — Twin Cities and worked in the non-profit sector in the United States for several years. Her interests include youth civic participation, political education, and environmental justice.

María José Quirola is a master’s student at the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations with minors in Sociology and Political Science. Her work experience focuses on communicational and administrative work ON refugee and migration affairs. Her interests are cross-cultural communication, migration, gender, and integration.