Humanitarian Data Exchange
HealthHumanitarian Data Exchange (HDX) is open platform for sharing data across crises and organisations
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Everything you need to integrate with Humanitarian Data Exchange
🚀 Quick Start Examples
// Humanitarian Data Exchange API Example
const response = await fetch('https://data.humdata.org/', {
method: 'GET',
headers: {
'Content-Type': 'application/json'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);The Humanitarian Data Exchange (HDX) is an essential open platform designed to facilitate the sharing of valuable data across various crises and organizations. With the aim of improving humanitarian response and decision-making, HDX offers a user-friendly interface where data from multiple sources can be accessed and utilized. This API serves as a vital tool for researchers, NGOs, and governmental agencies who are keen to collaborate effectively in addressing global challenges. By enabling seamless data sharing, HDX enhances the ability of stakeholders to respond to emergencies and development needs, fostering an environment of transparency and accountability in humanitarian efforts.
Utilizing the HDX API comes with numerous advantages that can significantly enhance data-driven decision-making processes. Some of the key benefits include:
- Access to a vast array of datasets relevant to various humanitarian crises.
- Improved collaboration between organizations working in the humanitarian space.
- Real-time updates and data availability that keep responders informed.
- Enhanced data diversity, allowing for multi-faceted analyses and insights.
- Easy integration with external tools and applications for streamlined workflows.
Here’s a simple JavaScript code example demonstrating how to call the HDX API:
fetch('https://data.humdata.org/api/3/action/package_list')
.then(response => response.json())
.then(data => {
console.log('Dataset List:', data.result);
})
.catch(error => {
console.error('Error fetching data:', error);
});
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