Xavier Vollenweider
About Xavier Vollenweider
Xavier Vollenweider is the Director of Mobile Data Partnerships, known for his significant contributions to reports analyzing mobile phone usage in contexts of gang violence in Haiti.
Director of Mobile Data Partnerships
Xavier Vollenweider holds the position of Director of Mobile Data Partnerships. In this role, he oversees data partnerships, particularly involving mobile data. His responsibilities include managing collaborations and directing analytical strategies to maximize the use of mobile data in various research projects. Vollenweider's expertise plays a crucial role in ensuring data privacy and compliance with regulations.
Authored Report on Gang Violence in Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Xavier Vollenweider authored a comprehensive report on gang violence in downtown Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The report utilized and analyzed mobile phone usage data provided by Digicel Haiti. It detailed patterns of violence and its impact on the mobility and behavior of the local population. Vollenweider's analysis was integral in interpreting the mobile data to provide accurate representations of the situation.
Report on Mobility Situation in Haiti
Xavier Vollenweider contributed to a significant report on the mobility situation in Haiti during a period of intense gang violence. His contributions included direction on data analysis and the production of aggregates from Call Detail Records (CDR) data. This report focused on understanding the mobility patterns and the displacement of individuals due to the violence, providing key insights into areas heavily affected by the situation.
Compliance with GDPR in Data Processing
Xavier Vollenweider participated in a study that adhered to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR2016/679). Ensuring compliance was critical, particularly in data processing where personal information was protected within the mobile network operator’s firewall in Haiti. Vollenweider's role helped guarantee that no personal data left the operator’s premises, maintaining privacy standards.