Bio
Ranjitha Kumar is a researcher at Aapti Institute, focusing on equitable data governance models and community data rights. She contributes to developing regulatory frameworks for a sustainable digital economy. Ranjitha’s work delves into the political economy of data and digital capitalism, examining data flows within the digital value chain. She explores data stewardship models and open data infrastructures to promote data sovereignty. Her research is driven by a commitment to creating inclusive and just data practices, ensuring that community voices are at the forefront of the digital economy’s evolution. Ranjitha’s insights aim to shape a fairer, more participatory approach to data governance.