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Unlocking Collaboration: How Data Sharing Agreements Strengthen Rural Networks Webinar Materials
Posted 1/13/2026 (updated 3/16/2026)
During the webinar, we:
- Explained the purpose and benefits of data sharing agreements in rural communities.
- Identified how clear agreements promote trust, transparency, and accountability among consortium partners.
- Demonstrated how data sharing can improve service coordination, strengthen evaluation capacity, and support sustainability planning.
- Discussed implementation considerations and practical strategies for drafting and enacting agreements that balance compliance with collaboration.
Presenters:
- Karen Yost, MA, LSW, LPC, NCC, ALPS, MAC, CCDVC, CSOTS, Technical Expert Lead
- Stephen Crowe, MSW, Technical Expert Lead, Data and Evaluation Liaison
The contents in this TA resource are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, JBS International, HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.
