storytelling with data podcast storytelling with data podcast: #96 what’s the story behind your data? demystifying data equity with Heather Krause
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Jan 9, 2026 In this enlightening conversation, Heather Krause, founder of We All Count, dives deep into the world of data equity. She reveals how every choice in data projects—from survey design to visualization—can influence whose voices are heard. Heather explains her seven-stage data equity framework and highlights the complexities behind choosing denominators. With practical tips and real-world examples, she emphasizes how small changes in perception and practice can lead to more accurate and intentional outcomes. Discover how one person's actions can make a significant impact in data representation!
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Numbers Are Not Value Neutral
- Quantitative data and analysis are never value neutral because every step makes choices that shape outcomes.
- Heather Krause argues acknowledging choices enables more accurate and relevant science.
Start With A Short Equity Check
- Use the Data Equity Framework to map choices across seven stages of a data project before you start.
- Spend 15 minutes at the outset to align decisions with your project's purpose.
Denominators Shape Whose Experience Counts
- Common defaults like which denominator to use embed power dynamics and change conclusions.
- Heather shows the teacher vs student denominator flips the lived experience the metric centers.