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Michelle Nagawa
Michelle Nagawa is a Research and Content Intern with the Data Feminism program at Data-Pop Alliance. In this role, she contributes to research and knowledge production on gender equity, data justice, and inclusive data governance. She supports content development that amplifies the intersection of feminist theory, data science, and social justice to promote ethical and equitable data practices.
Michelle holds a BSc (Hons) in Surveying and Geomatics from Kyambogo University, Uganda. Her academic background integrates geospatial analysis, remote sensing, and data visualization, equipping her with the technical expertise to analyze spatial and socioeconomic data for community-driven solutions. She has further honed her skills through training in digital transformation, data management, and monitoring and evaluation, enhancing her ability to apply data science methodologies to real-world challenges.
Professionally, Michelle has worked as a Research Associate at Kyambogo University, where she conducted spatial analysis for land use planning and sustainable urban development. She is also a co-founder of Cities Youth Initiative that engages young professionals in the built environment to develop innovative solutions for marginalized communities. Through this initiative, she has led participatory mapping projects, trained youth in digital data collection tools such as FieldMaps and ArcGIS Survey123, and facilitated multi-stakeholder dialogues on urban resilience.
As part of her work with Cities Youth Initiative, Michelle is currently involved in a project contracted by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy to study land markets within informal settlements. This research aims to support marginalized communities by improving the understanding of land dynamics, tenure security, and economic activities in underserved urban areas. The findings will contribute to more equitable and evidence-based urban planning policies, ensuring that vulnerable populations have better access to secure land tenure and economic opportunities.
Her dedication to research and community engagement has earned her recognition, including the Seed Funding from the Aspire Institute for increasing youth and women involvement in urban participatory initiatives. She has also presented at international conferences and workshops on topics related to geospatial data, community engagement, and sustainable development.
Michelle is deeply passionate about data justice, feminist data practices, and participatory approaches to data collection and governance. She is particularly interested in exploring how data can be leveraged to amplify marginalized voices, drive gender-equitable policies, and challenge biases in traditional data systems. She is committed to fostering ethical and inclusive data ecosystems that prioritize social impact and community empowerment.