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Language of Instruction
This class will be taught in Spanish, but we will accept applications both in Spanish and English. You do not have to be fluent in Spanish to participate, but you should be comfortable understanding material communicated in Spanish.
Watch a Recording of Our March 11th Info Session
About this Class
Ever wondered how civic engagement data analysts use Google Sheets to streamline their day to day power engagement actions? Or what tools they are using for community outreach? More importantly, how does all this expand the electorate, strengthen our democracy, and build power for Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color, other marginalized groups, and working-class Americans?
Introduction to Data Tools is a free, 4-week, 16-hour course covering NGP VAN, WhatsApp outreach, organizing and working with spreadsheets in Google Sheets, and simple data visualization in Google Looker Studio that will help you add data tools to your day to day campaign and community outreach.The course will meet Mondays and Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm EST from Monday April 8 - Wednesday May 1st
Students will also receive access to a Q&A session at the end of each day, have the option to complete a voter contact final project using a mix of tools taught in the class, receive feedback, and join our alumni slack network for future job fairs + opportunities.
What You’ll Learn / Gain
Big picture view of data and civic engagement organizing focused on Latinx communities
NGP VAN administration
WhatsApp Outreach
Google Sheets for Organizing and Sorting Data & Google Looker Studio for Data Visualization
A Career Fair + Access to Professional Development and Job Opportunities
Certificate of Completion
Your Coaches
Time Commitment / Schedule
Introduction to Data Tools in Spanish will meet for 8 sessions. The course will meet Mondays and Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm EST from Monday April 8th - Wednesday May 1st. There will also be 30 minutes of optional office hours after each course session.
Participants should expect to put in 14-20 hours total between formal training and independent work time. Students will have the option to do a voter contact final project using a mix of tools taught in the class. We’ll accept up to 30 students for this program on a rolling basis, so please apply early to increase your chances of being accepted.
What If I Have to Miss a Class or Two?
No worries. All sessions are recorded. You’ll have the opportunity to watch classes you miss, review slides and presentations, and get the support you need via office hours and our Slack community.
How Much Does It Cost?
It’s FREE!
Who Should Apply?
We’re particularly interested in applicants with
Experience organizing in / with Latinx communities
Some exposure to organizing data and/or tech tools
This class will be taught in Spanish, but we will accept applications both in Spanish and English. You do not have to be fluent in Spanish to participate, but you should be comfortable understanding material communicated in Spanish.
Black, Indigenous, other People of Color, women, queer, trans, those with disabilities and other individuals from underrepresented and marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply
Our students are 60% Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color, 60% female or non-binary, and 35% LGBTQIA+
Application Deadline
Monday, April 1st at 11:59pm PST
Monday, March 25th at 11:59pm PST.
Learning Accommodations
We’re continually trying to make our trainings as accessible as possible to all styles of learners and those who may have specific learning challenges. That said, we’re a small organization and don’t currently have any experts in learning accessibility design on staff. During the application process, we’ll provide space for you to let us know of any accommodations you may need, and we’ll let you know if we are able to accommodate you.
Can This Help Me Get a Job in Progressive or Social Impact Data?
To date, we’ve had over 200 students complete a Generation Data training
Nearly two-thirds of our graduates have landed new roles or added skills to make a greater impact in their current roles
How Much Do Data People Earn?
As of 2020, entry-level employees in the progressive political space earn a median salary of $68,000, mid-level employees $82,000, and senior / department-head employees $110,000. The overall median salary is $88,000 and the overall average salary is $94,571. Check out these comprehensive Progressive Data, Analytics, and Technology Salary Surveys form Progressive Data Jobs for more info.
What Do I Need?
A laptop or Tablet. All course materials will be provided
Access to a reliable internet connection with download speeds around 20Mbps
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Questions / More Info
admissions@generationdata.org