Event followup
We were so excited to see so many people come out for an exciting event on data equity!
We have published the event recording, slides, and other links and resources discussed during the event to this YouTube page.
Given the popularity of this event, we will likely hold another in 2024, so please stay tuned!
–Jon Schwabish, PolicyViz
Calling all data practitioners! LA Tech4Good and PolicyViz are teaming up to offer a free webinar on using and visualizing data responsibly, equitably, and ethically.
We’ll cover key concepts and practical tools, addressing questions like:
What assumptions or perspectives are built into the data? Who defined the categories and methodology, and why? What is and is not represented in the data, and why? How is equity defined in context?
How can analysts, researchers, and developers apply a race- and ethnicity-conscious lens to their data analysis and data visualization work? How can we take a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) perspective to our research, data, and visualizations?
Taking a DEI perspective means considering how the specific lived experiences and perspectives of the people and communities we are studying, as well as our readers, will perceive information and carry that information forward. In this talk, we discuss a variety of techniques that data visualization producers should consider when creating visuals with this DEI approach, and bring new perspectives on data equity and tools to bring these practices to your work to help build a more equitable future.
Speakers
Dr. Jonathan Schwabish is an economist, writer, teacher, and creator of policy-relevant data visualizations. He is considered a leading voice for clarity and accessibility in how researchers communicate their findings. His book, Better Data Visualizations: A Guide for Scholars, Researchers, and Wonks details essential strategies to create more effective data visualizations. He is on Twitter @jschwabish.
Rachel Whaley is an advocate for technology as a tool for positive social impact. As the data equity program lead for LA Tech4Good, she leads workshops to enable individuals and organizations to develop ethical and equitable data practices. Across her experience with nonprofits, higher ed, and public and private sectors, she believes data can be a force for good when handled responsibly. She holds degrees in public policy and computer science from the University of Chicago.