This event is part of the International Open Data Day initiative, which helps to promote the concept of open data and information transparency in the activities of public authorities, businesses, non-profit organizations and other participants.

The Open Data Day event will be for the third time in Armenia.

International Open Data Day is an initiative organized by the Open Knowledge Foundation with the support of various intergovernmental and international organizations such as the United Nations and the World Bank. The events are held all over the world. In Armenia, this event is organized by Open Data Armenia Project Team.