About this project

The RIF Impact Schema is a collaborative project developed by researchers at Carnegie Mellon University to provide a standardized method for tracking workforce reductions across government agencies. The project aims to help policymakers and the public understand the loss of government capacity and capabilities resulting from these events. Key features of the repository include: - A standardized data schema (defined in YAML) that specifies semantic purposes, allowed values, and formatting rules for tracking RIF events. - Guidelines for data provenance, encouraging the use of official agency documents, FOIA disclosures, and credible reports. - A data confidence system (High, Medium, Low) to ensure transparency regarding the reliability of the information. - A focus on responsible use, emphasizing privacy, the prevention of data weaponization, and the importance of context when interpreting workforce data.