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Abstract:
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As more and more quantitative data is collected in industrial and other research endeavors, demand for statistical consulting services continues to increase. However, some clients are unable or unwilling to pay for these services. Consequently, statisticians must determine when it is appropriate to provide their services pro bono. To date, the ASA has not established guidelines for pro bono statistical consulting, although it has provided grants for some pro bono work. During this luncheon, we will consider the models that other professions, especially the legal profession, have used to guide pro bono service. We will discuss ways to motivate statisticians to offer their services pro bono, barriers to pro bono service, potential guidelines for determining eligibility for pro bono services, and the potential consequences of offering or refusing to offer services pro bono.
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