Jon Schwabish: Applying Racial Equity Awareness in Data Visualization

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Abstract:
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? Just as we carefully consider our written words, we should be equally careful in how we visually present data to our readers, users, and audiences, including the words we use in and around those visuals. 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, I discuss a variety of techniques that data visualization producers should consider when creating visuals with this DEI approach.

Bio:
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 Presentations: A Guide for Scholars, Researchers, and Wonks" helps people improve the way they prepare, design, and deliver data-rich content. In his most recent book, "Elevate the Debate: A Multilayered Approach to Communicating Your Research," Schwabish and his colleagues help people develop a strategic plan to communicate their work across multiple platforms and channels. His next book, "Better Data Visualizations: A Guide for Scholars, Researchers, and Wonks" will be in bookstores in January 2021. He is on Twitter @jschwabish.

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