The Global Data Facility: turning data into impact Haishan FuCraig HammerBuyant Erdene KhaltarkhuuMaria Gabriela Tercero GomezNada Khalil Hashim Amin June 03, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 The World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/opendata/the-global-data-facility--turning-data-into-impact Since the launch of the Global Data Facility (GDF) in 2021, it has steadily grown into a powerful platform for collaboration, bringing together governments, development partners, and technical experts to deliver on a shared goal: ensuring that data works for people and the planet. The result is tangible, measurable progress. The GDF demonstrates that strategic investments in data can drive better policies, smarter decisions, and more inclusive development outcomes worldwide. These results are borne out in detail in the recently published 2025 Annual Report of the Global Data Facility Trust Fund. © 2026 The World Bank Group,