Announcing the Black@EsriUC Experience
Celebrating Black Perspectives and Voices in GIS Introduction We're thrilled to announce the upcoming Black@EsriUC Experience, a part of our ongoing Black@GeoEvents series. This event aims to center Black perspectives and attendees in geography and GIS conferences, creating a space for community,
Enriching Experiences Through Black@GeoEvents
Strengthening Community, Advancing Inclusion, and Empowering Black Geo-Professionals Introduction Life at conferences can be exciting and challenging. Amidst the exhilarating buzz of learning, networking, and tech demos, there's a wealth of opportunity to grow professionally and personally. Yet, these environments can also
NorthStar of GIS and Blacks in GIS Events at Esri UC 2022
We’re looking forward to seeing you again in person at the Esri User Conference on July 11-15, 2022! Here are a couple of events you can add to your schedule to connect with NorthStar of GIS and Blacks in GIS. More
Apply for our Events Manager Opportunity
This is a Volunteer Remote opportunity that will support activities that will happen in San Diego, California. Assist NorthStar of GIS in hosting events that create outstanding experiences for Black GIS students, educators, professionals, and allies. Responsibilities: • Brainstorming and implementing event plans
NorthStar Telescope: Meet Mahfuza Adamu Abubakar
NorthStar Telescope is a profile series for professionals of African descent in geospatial, geography, geoscience, and GIS industries. What do you do in the GIS industry? I am a Town Planning Officer for the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) in FCT, Abuja,
NorthStar Telescope: Meet Véronique Couttee
NorthStar Telescope is a profile series for professionals of African descent in geospatial, geography, geoscience, and GIS industries. What do you do in the GIS industry? I am the Principal and Founder of Geospatial Equity Tech. What inspires you to be in GIS? My
Esri-University of Redlands Women of Color STEM Scholarship
From University of Redlands: The U.S. Census Bureau reports that women make up nearly half of the U.S. workforce, but only 27% work in STEM-related fields. University of Redlands and Esri is supporting women of color pursuing degrees in STEM-related fields
Reminder: Register for the Mapping Black Health and Wellness Event Series
Calling all GIS professionals, health and wellness experts, health equity advocates, and allies! Mapping Black Health and Wellness is a monthlong series that will be featuring amazing content about how GIS is being used to increase health and wellness in Black communities.
NorthStar of GIS: Black History Month Event Series 2022
Mapping Black Health and Wellness is an event series taking place during US Black History Month (February) 2022. This series will explore issues of race, place, health, and the implications of the representation of people of Black / African descent
Giving Tuesday with NorthStar of GIS
Donate to #gisNorthStar for #GivingTuesday! Help support our program to teach GeoSTEM to aspiring Black scientists and techies. Every little bit helps. Learn more about our resource and guide offerings via Patreon.