Data Visualization for Nonprofits with Amelia Kohm

Did you know that visual presentations of data are 43% more effective than written or vocal? Human beings have always interacted with visual effects as a means of survival, concentration, and mental stimulation.

On this week’s podcast, Alexander is joined by Amelia Kohm, the founder of Data Viz for nonprofits. Amelia previously worked in policy research around children and families. She offers us insight into the world of data visualization and how this is important for all nonprofits. She discusses interactive dashboards, why data is important, emotional responses from data visualization and more.

The topics we cover

(00:23) Amelia’s superhero origin story

(02:14)What is data visualization?

(05:11) What does an interactive dashboard look like?

(09:37) Why data is important and you must get it right

(11:28) Even visual plots and numerical graphs demand super concentration

(22:35) Can data visualization create emotional responses from audiences?

(25:33) Deciding which information is more important when doing visualizations

(32:39) When data is insufficient or hard to decipher

(35:54) One of Amelia’s favorite projects

(40:01) What does Amelia’s short term future look like?

To learn more and connect with Ameila Kohm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-kohm/
Website: https://www.nonprofitbiz.com/
Upcoming webinar: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars

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