Skills Boost: Data visualisation for LGBTI communication

On 25 May, 2023, we held a Skills Boost session Skills Boost session focused on data visualisation.

In today’s visually-driven world, communicating with images is more important than ever. That’s why LGBTI activists are seeking ways to transform complex figures and dry data into visual representations that tell a captivating story.

To support them in their mission, in May 2023, we hosted a Skills Boost session focused on data visualisation. 

We covered: 

  • Where to get inspiration and how to find a story relevant to your work among the data? 
  • How ILGA-Europe approach data visualisation by example of  2023 Rainbow Map & Index. 
  • A step-by-step demonstration of how to create a graphic using the free design tool Canva.
  • Where to get templates? 

You might want to check other comms resources by ILGA Europe: 

Do you struggle with some specific communications challenge, and do not know where to start? Reach out to us, we might be able to help! Contact svetlana@ilga-europe.org

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