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+_id: 7cf9f710-7ceb-11ef-a0fe-8fed5d8cc458
+name: Sayantika Banik
+affiliation: Python software foundation/ R-Ladies
+twitter: ''
+github: 'https://github.com/sayantikabanik'
+gitlab: ''
+linkedin: 'https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayantika-banik/'
+website: 'https://www.sayantikabanik.com/'
+email: workwith.sayantika@gmail.com
+area: 'Open source, Data, Strategy, Community building, Diversity & Inclusion'
+country: IN
+reason: "Driven by a passion for open knowledge, Saya has significantly contributed to open-source projects like NumPy, Scipy & Conbench. \r\nHer work with PSF's D&I workgroup, a community dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for underrepresented groups, exemplifies their commitment to innovation and psychological safety in the data and open science ecosystems. She also serves as a mentor, guiding others through programs like PyLadiesCon 2024 & Digital Boost.   \r\n\r\nSaya's expertise in open source ecosystem, community engagement, and business alignment makes them an invaluable asset to the open knowledge movement."
+date: 1727453633