NorthStar of GIS

July 4, 2023

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,

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Black@GeoEvents, Events

July 3, 2023

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

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Black@GeoEvents, Our Programs

May 23, 2022

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

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Events

Mapping Black Health and Wellness. 4th at 3PM PST | 6PM EST, Reflections, Welcome, and Conversations. 15th, 3PM PST | 6PM EST, Historic Black Communities: Preserving and Caring. 22nd, 3PM PST | 6PM EST, NorthStar Spotlight: MOSTEC Mapping Justice

February 12, 2022

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.

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Events

Picture of smiling black family with event dates

January 6, 2022

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

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Events

January 29, 2021

Black History Month 2021: GIS Community Addresses “Who Maps the Black Family?”

Organizations from around the globe connect to open a month-long event series and conversation about Black History, geography, GIS, and racial equity. Join us as we reflect on the Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity, and explore the challenges and opportunities of

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Events

June 14, 2020

Why Location Matters

Full YouTube Playlist (5 Videos) Back in February 2020, Esri users gathered at Esri headquarters in Redlands, CA to share GIS projects that map challenges and opportunities for the African American community throughout time. View the video playlist from the event

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Events

May 6, 2020

#AskReuters Discussion on Income Inequality, Race, and COVID-19

Esri's GIS for Social Equity and Justice team members Clinton Johnson and Margot Bordone participate in a live twitter chat with Reuters on income inequality, race, and coronavirus. See a few responses from the Twitter chat. A1. These stats stem from

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Events, GIS, NorthStar

Opening slide of Diversity and Belonging Panel

April 11, 2020

FedGIS 2020 Recap: Diversity and Belonging in GIS

While the 2020 Federal GIS Conference showcased innovative ways to use the power of location intelligence technology, several sessions focused on how professionals in the industry can harness the power of diversity to enhance their careers in the GIS industry.

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Events, NorthStar