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Chris Marcum 📖 @csmarcum.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Friends tomorrow, dataindex.us is hosting a Rapid Response webinar about the proposed changes to the National Health Interview Survey. Please register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Monitor U.S. federal datasets, surveys, and data changes in real time. Stay informed on risks, updates, and public data transparency. Learn about events related to federal data health. Learn more abou...

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 05/07/2026

We know we said we wouldn’t post much… but inspo struck us. Happy 4th, from all of us at the DRP!

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 22/06/2026

In recent weeks there have been several urgent calls about data that was removed with little warning. And in most cases, our amazing volunteers had captured the threatened content proactively. This #MemeMonday we're celebrating just how much data we've helped protect in the past 18 months. 💪

Meme based on a Facebook post. A small blue flag at the top is labeled USA. The text reads "Marked safe from losing essential federal data today."

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Library Innovation Lab @harvardlil.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

New blogpost from the #PublicDataProject! Project Lead Molly Hardy reflects on our #AI benchmarking exercise, which grew out of our partnership with @dataindex.us and is part of our efforts to build a data monitoring tool. Read more on the LIL blog: lil.law.harvard.edu/blog/2026/06...

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An Automated Data Monitoring Toolkit and the AI Benchmarking Exercise at the Public Data Project | Library Innovation Lab

The Library Innovation Lab is growing knowledge and community by bringing library principles to technological frontiers.

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 18/05/2026

There may always be money in the banana stand, but you can't always recreate your data if they are lost (we're talking file corruption, accidental deletion, even malicious deletion!). This #MemeMonday heed the words of Gob from #ArrestedDevelopment and back up the important data in your life.

A screenshot from Arrested Development. The character GOB says "I've made a huge mistake." The top of the image has superimposed text that reads "When you didn't back up your data."

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 11/05/2026

Happy #MemeMonday, Data Rescuers! No need for an existential crisis! Involving project management workflows, data documentation efforts, and utilizing stable file formats (when able) early on in a project can go a long way in ensuring your data preservation techniques are Kenough for future users.

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 30/03/2026

Just possessing a dataset isn't true preservation of your files. For this #MemeMonday, protect yourself against possible mishaps, and consider the 3-2-1 backup rule, add relevant documentation and metadata, and deposit your data in a reputable repository for reference and reuse.

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 23/03/2026

For this #MemeMonday, we have some exciting news: DRP will be the keynote for the upcoming @rdapassociation.bsky.social Summit. Join us for a discussion on where we've been, where we're headed, and how you can help shape our next chapter. Register today: rdapassociation.org/summit

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 02/03/2026

"Protecting data is about more than data. It's about protecting the public's right to data, our right to information, our right to knowledge. Protecting data is about preserving a fundamental pillar of democracy." Excellent piece by @gretchengehrke.bsky.social

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 02/03/2026

Everyone in the DRP knows how wonderful and incredible @lyndamk.bsky.social is. We are thrilled for her and honored that she is representing #DataRescue at this international level. Congrats Lynda!!

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 23/02/2026

For this week's #MemeMonday, don't be like Aragorn! If you're able to, please consider publishing your data in a reputable repository. We here at DRP deposit our rescued data in #DataLumos from @icpsr.bsky.social

Pippin from Lord of the Rings asking Aragorn "What about your data?

Aragorn replies "My data is in the paper"

Pippin then asks "But what about publishing your data so it's more findable and reusable?"

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

All of this. Fantastic keynote from @lyndamk.bsky.social and @mikalarae.bsky.social! Mikala said it best (check the original post's replies): the DRP community, everyone involved, continuously reminds me that "hope is resistance." #DataRescue #USFederalData

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dataindex.us @dataindex.us · 05/02/2026

We are excited to launch the Data Checkup–a health check for federal data collections. The Data Checkup is a comprehensive framework for assessing the health of federal data collections, highlighting key dimensions of risk and presenting a clear status of data well-being. Learn more below.

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Introducing the Data Checkup: A Framework for Assessing the Health of Federal Datasets | America's Data Index

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

One year ago today, the DRP formalized. It's been exhausting, important work, and we're very thankful to all our supporters. Please take a look at our blogpost for some stats and a list of major accomplishments. www.datarescueproject.org/a-year-in-da...

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A Year in Data Rescue

Exactly one year ago today, the Data Rescue Project was formed. While 2025 took so much from us, individually, professionally, as a nation, we will always be grateful that it brought us this community...

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Public Environmental Data Partners @publicenvirodata.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Data can seem abstract, and when it works the way it's meant to, the people and infrastructure behind it are often invisible. The penultimate blog of our series details our work humanizing and telling the stories behind the data we preserve. Read the blog here: screening-tools.com/blog/stories...

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rdapassociation.bsky.social @rdapassociation.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

🎉Congrats to the winners of the 2025 RDAP Work of the Year Award, The Data Rescue Project! (@datarescueproject.org)🛟🏆 This award acknowledges the work’s impact on the wider research and scholarly communication ecosystem in support of RDAP’s mission and values. rdapassociation.org/news/13593532

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Research Data Access and Preservation Association - 2025 RDAP Work of the Year Award

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

I've never been prouder of @mikalarae.bsky.social and myself for this #Gritty meme

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

One comment that stood out to me from today's webinar The Day Federal Data Went Dark, co-hosted by @dataindex.us and @apduorg.bsky.social was from Meeta Anand, Senior Director of Census and Data Equity at the Leadership Conference Education Fund

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 20/01/2026

What drew you to the Data Rescue Project? Was it our mission? Our volunteers? Our bsky memes? Something else? Tell us below. 👇

A woman yelling into a man's ear at a concert. The text reads "The DRP is a group of volunteers that has been working for months to organize data rescue efforts and we can all participate."

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 13/01/2026

Alright #DataRescuers -- as we approach our first anniversary, we have some questions for YOU! First: what has been most helpful for you from the DRP? (and don't forget that we're hosting an #AMA on January 30, 6-8pm Eastern! Please submit your questions through our form.)

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DRP AMA 2026 Questions

This form is to collect questions for the Data Rescue Project's first "Ask Me Anything!" to be held on Bluesky January 30, 6-8pm Eastern. If you can't attend or on Bluesky, don't worry-- you can…

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 08/01/2026

We are attending this webinar. PRAMS is a critical data source for understanding experiences with pregnancy and infancy in the US and at the state level. Presenters say PRAMS helps us understand barriers to optimal health as well as emerging issues.

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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

For beginners, it can be difficult to know what to put in alt text, as well as when alt text is needed and when it isn't. This decision tree from W3C helps you determine what to do, based on specific situations. www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...

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An alt Decision Tree

Accessibility resources free online from the international standards organization: W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI).

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Pelagic @pelagic.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Published today! The Data Management Workbook by Kristin Briney 📖 This practical workbook from the author of Data Management for Researchers is useful for both experienced researchers and those creating a data-management plan for the first time. Learn more ➡️ tinyurl.com/3bkdjce6

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

A different type of post: I like to make chainmail! Here's what I've been working on: #crafting ##chainmailjewelry

Beginnings of a chainmail belt using bastardized weave

HP 4 in 1 harness with a dragonback spine

Necklace with Helm Chain with helm flowers

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Kristin Briney @kbriney.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Question for the #DataSharing community. We use "README" to name dataset documentation files. But that name is not accessible for screen readers or for dyslexic users. Is there a better file name than "README"? Or is that name so short and effective that it's still useful? #A11y #Accessibility

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 04/11/2025

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has generously awarded us funding to secure our own storage. This critical processing space will be instrumental in ensuring that large datasets can be temporarily stored, curated, and described. Thank you, MacArthur Foundation, for your support!

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Data Rescue Projects receives support from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to support data rescue efforts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Since launching in February 2025, the Data Rescue Project has grown substantially. At this point, the DRP has enabled the rescue of more than 1,000 datasets from US Federal…

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Python Software Foundation @python.org · 27/10/2025

TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-... 🧵

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

@lyndamk.bsky.social said it perfectly. Our partners, our volunteers, the sheer volume of people who have given countless hours to this effort -- this is for you. Thanks for keeping us afloat

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

This is horrifying. These are the stories being modified and erased. Please, if you're able to, get out there and #SaveOurSigns

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 12/09/2025

Calling all east coast #DataRescuers! Our sources have informed us that #NationalParks sites in and around DC, Philadelphia, and possibly Boston are especially at risk. Parke diem this weekend, seize the data, and go out there and #SaveOurSigns

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Team Cherry @teamcherry.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available September 4 on all platforms and day one on Xbox Game Pass! Watch the release trailer: youtu.be/6XGeJwsUP9c

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Title: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Release Trailer

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Sometimes amongst all the chaos and horror, you really just need a @chucktingle.bsky.social reminder to keep giving it a try and that Love is Real, buckaroos #LuckyDay #AuthorTalk #BookRelease

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

We couldn't have done this without our Bluesky community and our fantastic volunteers!

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 06/08/2025

Demons might not be ready for a #Takedown-- but you can be! Check out our Data Rescue Event Kit on OSF for resources, lesson plans, and more: osf.io/zbdxt/ #DataRescue #KPopDemonHunters

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Data Rescue Project: Data Rescue Event Kit

This project contains materials for those interested in hosting data rescue events. Hosted on the Open Science Framework

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 11/07/2025

The #KatmaiNationalPark live cams are back up which means bear season is here once again. While you shouldn't hug wild life, we'd be happy to give you some bear hugs if you'd join us and #SaveOurSigns See saveoursigns.org for more information on how you can get involved

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Save Our Signs - Photo submission

A crowd-sourced photo collection of National Parks Service signs to preserve copies before they can be removed, and to document any changes that are made.

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Tell Executive Order 14253 to take a hike and #SaveOurSigns. Snap a photo of any interpretive signs, markers, or monuments you see while visiting our national parks and submit them to saveoursigns.org

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Save Our Signs - Photo submission

A crowd-sourced photo collection of National Parks Service signs to preserve copies before they can be removed, and to document any changes that are made.

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Halle Burns @halle-burns.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

I've been staring at XML documentation for so long that the word "schema" no longer looks real and certainly not how it's pronounced.

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Data Rescue Project #DataRescue @datarescueproject.org · 23/06/2025

The Data Rescue Project has launched the Data Rescue Project Portal (www.datarescueproject.org/data-rescue-...). It is a dashboard for our tracker and provide more visibility for data rescues across the DR community. It is still in beta & we welcome any feedback. We hope that you find it useful. ❤️🛟

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Data Rescue Project Launches New Portal

The Data Rescue Project (DRP) is excited to announce the launch of the DRP Portal—a milestone in our collective effort to protect and preserve at-risk public information. As of June 2025, DRP voluntee...

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