Samhir Vasdev is a designer and technologist supporting global development through better access and use of data. At IREX, a global development and education organization, he drives efforts to foster better use of data and technology to inform decisions, learning, and action in aid efforts and within development organizations. Prior to joining IREX, Samhir worked at the World Bank’s Innovation Lab and Digital Development practice, where he helped governments collaborate with citizens to improve public services using open, lean, and creative tools and methods. He regularly facilitates workshops with the development sector to build creative confidence, data literacy, and information design skills. Samhir holds a BA in political science and an MA in interdisciplinary technology studies, both from Georgetown University in Washington DC.