Automating Transparency: A New Era for FOIA Requests
07-13, 13:00–13:50 (US/Eastern), Marillac Auditorium

The process of accessing public records through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is often seen as cumbersome and slow, hindering the pursuit of transparency and accountability. In this talk, Florin Badita, hacker and activist, founder of "Corruption Kills," and organizer of the biggest protest in Romanian history, will introduce a transformative tool that automates 80 percent of the FOIA process. This session will detail the development and functionality of the tool, illustrate its impact through case studies, and discuss its potential to revolutionize public data accessibility. Participants will gain insights into harnessing technology for effective advocacy and government oversight - and how we can transform the FOIA process into an API.

Florin Badita is a hacker and activist known for his pioneering work in data-driven activism. He founded the "Corruption Kills" movement and organized the largest protest in Romanian history. Florin was recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 and has presented at multiple international conferences, including HOPE 2020. He is committed to enhancing transparency and accountability through innovative technological solutions.
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