Geography is the “science of where.” And while many of us consume maps when we explore the news, Covid cases and vaccines, and elections, we may not think to ask “how does ‘where’ matter” in our own data explorations. Yet when we are considering applying an equity lens to our data work, “where” does matter. Patterns may be hidden in plain sight in our data that we don’t see unless we ask ourselves whether “where” matters.
During this panel, GIS and data experts will spur us to think about how we can explore spatial patterns even if we are not GIS experts. Panelist information will be shared as it becomes available.
About this group:
We are a group of data users in Connecticut who are supporting one another as we work toward more equitable data practices. We focus on racial equity explicitly but not exclusively.
Take a look at these recordings and blog posts to get a feel for this group: