Meenakshi (Meena) Das

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CEO at NamasteData.org | Advancing Human-Centric Data & Responsible AI

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐞? – A humble first-gen immigrant, data, research and analytics passionate consultant, author, certified life coach and mentor - with a knack for telling empathetic stories and a hint of humor.

𝐒𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? - I blend storytelling, conversions, and human-centric data tactics to support nonprofits. My key influencers of life include my family, starting with my mother. Her perseverance is the voice in my head, pushing me to be better.

Broadly speaking, there are four pillars of my work:

➡️ Consulting
● End-to-end data collection (e.g., donor survey)
● In-house Advisory on AI Adoption
● Data analysis (e.g., you have the raw data for last survey)
● Data Collection Assessment (e.g., are you collecting right identity data points?)
● Data Equity Coaching (9-hours of my time on any data related issue you have)

➡️ Workshop/Training
You can hire me to conduct nonprofit-wide/team-wide/board workshops on:
● Advancing Equity in Data Collection
● Advancing Equity in Visualizations
● Moving Towards Human-Centric AI
● AI Coaching for Nonprofits (called AI Advancement Lab)
● Data For Good

➡️ Speaking
You can hire me as a session facilitator/Keynote speaker. My topics include (but not limited to):
● Doing good with data
● Tactical ways for nonprofits to get started with data equity
● Designing inclusive data collection tools
● Designing dashboards for good
● Responsible AI and AI adoption in nonprofits
● AI Equity
● Centering humans in algorithms

➡️ Writing
● You can invite me as a guest writer, or,
● You can re-print any of my existing articles (please reach out to access 50+ article repository) for a fee.


Interested to work with me? Send me a message today!

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Articles by Meenakshi (Meena)

  • Finding "We" in Personalized World.
    Dec 11, 2025

    Finding "We" in Personalized World.

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    4 Comments
  • Our Rest and Choice When AI Does the Work
    Oct 30, 2025

    Our Rest and Choice When AI Does the Work

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    5 Comments
  • Collecting Data in a World on Fire.
    Sep 17, 2025

    Collecting Data in a World on Fire.

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    7 Comments
  • Tech Is Doing It's Job. Are We?
    Aug 14, 2025

    Tech Is Doing It's Job. Are We?

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    2 Comments
  • "Human In The Loop" Is Not Enough
    Jul 11, 2025

    "Human In The Loop" Is Not Enough

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    11 Comments
  • To See AI Do Good, Build a Better World Around It. Full Stop.
    May 8, 2025

    To See AI Do Good, Build a Better World Around It. Full Stop.

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    11 Comments
  • We Are The Data.
    Apr 2, 2025

    We Are The Data.

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    6 Comments
  • The Bridge Between Anger and Kindness? That’s Uncertainty
    Mar 6, 2025

    The Bridge Between Anger and Kindness? That’s Uncertainty

    If I have to describe my community, my circle of trusted people, my tribe in a single sentence – they are all humans…

    8 Comments
  • Data, Joyful Resistance, and Progressive Philanthropy
    Jan 16, 2025

    Data, Joyful Resistance, and Progressive Philanthropy

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    8 Comments
  • Can AI cause Tech Trauma? – Part Two
    Dec 5, 2024

    Can AI cause Tech Trauma? – Part Two

    Welcome to data uncollected, a newsletter designed to enable nonprofits to listen, think, reflect, and talk about data…

    2 Comments
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Activity

Experience

  • Consulting for nonprofits to advance human-centric data and AI equity

    Namaste Data - www.namastedata.org

    - Present 4 years 6 months

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    How can I help?

    - Community surveys (e.g., donor surveys, alumni surveys, staff engagement surveys, or, entire community surveys)
    - Data Collection and AI Assessments
    - Data and AI Equity Consultation
    - Predictive Modeling on drivers of donor and non-donor motivations
    - Individual/Group workshops on data equity and AI

    Curious to know what my clients say? Read some of the gracious words in the recommendation section.

    𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧…

    How can I help?

    - Community surveys (e.g., donor surveys, alumni surveys, staff engagement surveys, or, entire community surveys)
    - Data Collection and AI Assessments
    - Data and AI Equity Consultation
    - Predictive Modeling on drivers of donor and non-donor motivations
    - Individual/Group workshops on data equity and AI

    Curious to know what my clients say? Read some of the gracious words in the recommendation section.

    𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐢𝐭.

  • Founder

    The AI Equity Project

    - Present 2 years

    The AI Equity Project is a multi-year research and community-driven initiative designed to help nonprofits adopt AI responsibly and inclusively. Through sector-wide surveys, focus groups, and community voices, the project explores how nonprofits are using AI, where gaps exist in readiness and ethics, and what practical steps can ensure AI serves missions without reinforcing inequities. Each annual report translates data into actionable insights, helping organizations align AI adoption with…

    The AI Equity Project is a multi-year research and community-driven initiative designed to help nonprofits adopt AI responsibly and inclusively. Through sector-wide surveys, focus groups, and community voices, the project explores how nonprofits are using AI, where gaps exist in readiness and ethics, and what practical steps can ensure AI serves missions without reinforcing inequities. Each annual report translates data into actionable insights, helping organizations align AI adoption with values of equity, transparency, and human-centric impact.

  • Professional Speaker

    www.namastedata.org · Permanent Full-time

    - Present 5 years 6 months

    I speak on topics around data, algorithms, and ethics in nonprofits and fundraising.

    Some of my common topics are: designing inclusive donor surveys for meaningful engagement, centering humans in algorithms, building data values in organizations, and, community-centric approach towards data.

    Here are some of my speaking engagements for 2023-2024:
    (for the full list, please reach out)

    1. Nonprofit Learning Lab
    2. CARA conferences - both for Keynote and sessions
    3…

    I speak on topics around data, algorithms, and ethics in nonprofits and fundraising.

    Some of my common topics are: designing inclusive donor surveys for meaningful engagement, centering humans in algorithms, building data values in organizations, and, community-centric approach towards data.

    Here are some of my speaking engagements for 2023-2024:
    (for the full list, please reach out)

    1. Nonprofit Learning Lab
    2. CARA conferences - both for Keynote and sessions
    3. APRA - individual chapters - both for Keynote and sessions
    4. Good Tech Fest
    5. Bridge Conference
    6. Fundraising Day, Ottawa
    7. Donor Participation Project Conference
    8. Virtuous Summit
    9. Guest for LinkedIn Live events
    10. Jay Frost's Mastermind series
    11. Neon One's Generosity Xchange
    12. TCG's Annual Conference
    13. Guest for Podcasts (e.g. We Are For Good)
    14. Arts BC Conference
    15. DC Collaborative
    16. Orange County Grantmakers Conference
    17. Fundraising AI (FAI)Inaugural Summit 2023
    18. AFP ICON 2024

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    Member of the Management Board

    Fundraising.AI

    - Present 3 years 1 month

    Co-designer for FAI's framework on Responsible AI (fundraising)

  • Data Is For Everyone

    Data Is For Everyone

    4 years 4 months

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      Workshop (Individual or Staff-level): Advancing Equitable Data Collection

      Data Is For Everyone

      - Present 4 years 1 month

      How Do You Relate to The Numbers You Collect in Your Nonprofit?

      With context and behavioral shifts.

      Here are 4 examples in which you can connect to our numbers using context and behavioral shifts:

      1. Look at front-line service data, like how many people answered the emails when first time someone entered your world – think about what those numbers mean? The question isn't just who responded to the emails. The real question is what you need behaviorally and culturally to…

      How Do You Relate to The Numbers You Collect in Your Nonprofit?

      With context and behavioral shifts.

      Here are 4 examples in which you can connect to our numbers using context and behavioral shifts:

      1. Look at front-line service data, like how many people answered the emails when first time someone entered your world – think about what those numbers mean? The question isn't just who responded to the emails. The real question is what you need behaviorally and culturally to quickly and humanly respond to the emails of those who need your nonprofit's services.

      2. Look at inventory data, like how many other tools (physical or digital) you need to provide your services – start with thinking about how you can take the most advantage of all the tools you already have. Before signing up for new tools, evaluate how well you are utilizing what you already have for your goals for the year.

      3. Look at social media followers and connections you are inviting on your page – think about what those numbers could mean with a continuous engagement effort rather than only maintaining the social media page.

      4. Look at the program impact you made this month – think about the meaningful partnerships you made - with program participants, volunteers, donors, and for-profit value-aligned agencies. Look at the context of why these individuals and groups are associated with your mission, and you can find the reasons for engaging them with care in the long run.


      Join me as an individual or reach out for your staff-level collective workshop on advancing equity in data collection.

      𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 on rolling basis.

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      Workshop (Individual or Staff-level): Towards Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence

      Data Is For Everyone

      - Present 3 years 4 months

      Why Should Algorithms Center Humans?

      Algorithms should center humans because humans are the ultimate users and decision-makers of the technology. Therefore, the design and development of algorithms should consider the impact that the technology will have on people, both in terms of benefits and potential harms.

      Centering humans means taking into account the ethical, social, and economic implications of the technology, and ensuring that it is designed and used in ways that respect…

      Why Should Algorithms Center Humans?

      Algorithms should center humans because humans are the ultimate users and decision-makers of the technology. Therefore, the design and development of algorithms should consider the impact that the technology will have on people, both in terms of benefits and potential harms.

      Centering humans means taking into account the ethical, social, and economic implications of the technology, and ensuring that it is designed and used in ways that respect human rights, dignity, and autonomy.

      Additionally, centering humans means ensuring that the algorithm is inclusive, and does not perpetuate bias or discrimination against certain groups of people. It also means that the algorithm should be transparent and explainable, so that people can understand how it works and how decisions are being made.

      Join me for the workshop to learn how can we move towards human-centric AI.

      𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 on rolling basis.

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      Workshop (Individual or Staff-level): Advancing Equitable Data Visualizations

      Data Is For Everyone

      - Present 4 years 1 month

      𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 on rolling basis.

    • Data Is For Everyone Graphic

      Self-paced course for nonprofit leaders: Fundraising Analytics for Nonprofit Leaders

      Data Is For Everyone

      - Present 4 years

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      Data Equity Coaching

      Data Is For Everyone

      - Present 4 years 4 months

      Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

      𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 on rolling basis.

  • Thought Leader @ Data Uncollected

    Independant - https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/data-uncollected-6887420258538405888

    - Present 4 years

  • Member

    Impact Foundry

    - Present 3 years 11 months

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    Research Volunteer

    Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-IHQ)

    - Present 6 years 3 months

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    - Volunteer for IDEA committee( AFP, Vancouver)
    - Member of AFP Canada Research Council
    - Member of AFP Global Research Council

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    Associate Director, Fundraising Research and Analysis

    VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation

    - 4 months

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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    Consultant (Analytics and Survey)

    Campbell & Company

    - 3 years 3 months

    Greater Seattle Area

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    Volunteer, Programs & Fundraising Survey Specialist

    The Mentoring Club

    - 4 months

  • Amazon Graphic

    Data Analyst II

    Amazon

    - 3 months

    Greater Seattle Area

  • Microsoft Graphic

    Program Manager

    Microsoft

    - 4 months

    Greater Seattle Area

  • University of South Florida Graphic

    Research Analyst

    University of South Florida

    - 10 months

    Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

  • Oracle Graphic

    Associate Consultant

    Oracle

    - 2 years 3 months

    Greater New York City Area

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    Data Analyst (Internship)

    Bank of Baroda

    - 1 year

    Mumbai Area, India

Education

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

Courses

  • Customer Analytics

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  • Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies

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  • Market Research Analysis

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  • Social Enterpreneurship

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Projects

  • AI Equity Project

    To learn more: https://mailchi.mp/namastedata/ai-equity

  • Author of Kindle E-book: Some Data Posts

    See project

  • Build your analytics-driven professional development plan with me!

    I have seen my researchers
    - taken for granted by the philanthropy teams
    - struggling to share their true impact in the organization,
    - trying to balance between bringing analytics and serving research solutions, and,
    - feeling unaccomplished in their annual goals, both individually and for the team.
    I offer a 4-hour 1-on-1 session to build a analytics-based professional development plan for YOU that covers how you can share your impact to how you can become a true data scientist…

    I have seen my researchers
    - taken for granted by the philanthropy teams
    - struggling to share their true impact in the organization,
    - trying to balance between bringing analytics and serving research solutions, and,
    - feeling unaccomplished in their annual goals, both individually and for the team.
    I offer a 4-hour 1-on-1 session to build a analytics-based professional development plan for YOU that covers how you can share your impact to how you can become a true data scientist in your role.

    Interested? Click this link to send me a message today.

    See project

Honors & Awards

  • 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics 2025

    Women in AI Ethics

  • Gratitude Card

    Campbell and Company

    URL: shorturl.at/cqPW3
    (Media also attached in the featured section above)

Languages

  • English

    Full professional proficiency

  • Hindi

    Full professional proficiency

  • Bengali

    Full professional proficiency

  • French

    Elementary proficiency

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