Abstract
"Ethics in Linked Data," edited by B. M. Watson, Alexandra Provo, and Kathleen Burlingame, offers a critical examination of the ethical challenges and opportunities in linked data practices within GLAM institutions. In its sixteen chapters the anthology blends theoretical frameworks with practical case studies to address the social and cultural implications of linked data systems. Divided into three parts, the book explores the theoretical and contextual foundations of ethical considerations, addresses institutional and structural challenges shaped by colonial and hegemonic forces, and focuses on community-centered projects that amplify marginalized voices. By highlighting issues such as sustainability, inclusivity, and privacy, the contributors underscore the inseparability of ethics and technology. The volume concludes with a comprehensive checklist for embedding ethical practices into linked data projects, offering a roadmap for practitioners aiming to create equitable and sustainable linked data environments. This essential resource challenges readers to rethink assumptions about technology's neutrality and to adopt more conscientious and inclusive approaches to linked data development.
Recommended Citation
Fried, Rebecca
(2026)
"Review of Ethics in Linked Data,"
Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies: Vol. 13, Article 3.
Available at:
https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol13/iss1/3