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World Council on City Data
The World Council on City Data (WCCD) focuses on creating standardized data for cities globally. James Patava's presentation at the UNSD Big Data Conference highlights the significance of ISO 37120, the first international standard for city data. This standard covers 17 themes and 100 indicators, offering cities a framework to measure and compare their services and quality of life.
National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership
The National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership (NNIP) is a collaborative network of local organizations coordinated by the Urban Institute. NNIP assists communities in using data to shape strategies and investments, aiming to ensure that all neighborhoods become places where people can thrive. The partnership focuses on connecting communities with the data and skills necessary to advance equity and well-being.
Community Indicators Consortium Project List
The Center for Regional Economic Competitiveness (CREC) engages in numerous projects aimed at improving regional economic development, fostering innovation, and enhancing workforce competitiveness. Their initiatives include data analysis, policy advisement, technical assistance, and training for public and private sector leaders.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is dedicated to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a universal call to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity by 2030. The SDGs address global challenges, such as inequality and climate change, with an integrated approach, ensuring no one is left behind.
National Equity Atlas
The National Equity Atlas, produced by PolicyLink and the USC Equity Research Institute, is a comprehensive data tool that provides detailed insights into racial and economic equity across the United States. It equips movement leaders and policymakers with actionable data and strategies to advance equity and shared prosperity.
Mapping Race in America Tool
The "Mapping Race in America" tool from Community Commons allows users to observe and analyze the level and change in racial residential segregation across the United States. It provides valuable insights into demographic trends and disparities.
WalkScore
Walk Score is an online tool that provides a numerical score to locations based on their walkability. It evaluates the proximity of amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, schools, parks, and public transit, helping users find walkable neighborhoods and make informed decisions about where to live or work.
PLACES Interactive Map
The CDC's PLACES Interactive Map tool allows users to visualize and analyze health outcomes, prevention measures, health risk behaviors, disabilities, health status, health-related social needs, and social determinants of health at various geographic levels, including counties, places, census tracts, and ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs).
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