Local affiliated Groups

One of the most important goals of the Data Visualization Society is to connect and grow the global data visualization community. We want the world of data visualization to be open and accessible to new people looking to get involved in discussing ideas, sharing resources, and learning from each other. Local Affiliated Groups help to achieve this goal at the most local level through supporting geographically co-located data visualization communities.

Existing data visualization groups, like local Meetups, and newly formed groups are both welcome to apply to become a DVS Affiliate!

Curious if a data viz enthusiast is already running a local group in your area? Check out the meetup group spreadsheet to discover existing groups.

Benefits of being a local group affiliate

We’re excited to support and grow the robust network of local data visualization groups around the world - in fact, multiple Board members have been leaders of local data visualization groups! We’ve also heard from members that they are interested in more opportunities to connect with others in their region. As an organization, we can offer the following support to DVS Affiliated Groups:

 
 
 

Member Outreach

  • Targeted promotion of events via DVS Newsletter, ensuring the event reaches the right audience.

  • Amplification of events through DVS Slack and Social Media channels (currently limited to DVS-hosted events).

  • Group page listed on the DVS website, enabling discovery by new members.

 
 

Resources

  • Access to virtual meeting and presentation platforms (Zoom, Streamyard).

  • Access to a collaborative list of available event spaces for hosting in-person gatherings.

  • Access to a collaborative list of speakers for events.

  • Eligible to receive limited resources from DVS to support hosting and programming costs, allocated based on an application process and funding availability.

 
 

Community Support

  • Opportunity to connect with other DVS Affiliates. Co-organizers may join the quarterly chapter lead meeting and the dedicated private slack channel/organizers mailing list to share ideas, meet other organizers, and, if interested, plan joint events.

 
 

Host DVS Flagship Events

  • Opportunity to become an in-person host for DVS flagship events within the geographic area. For example, hosting an Outlier or IIB Awards Livestream with coordination support from DVS.

 

EXPECTATIONS OF AFFILIATED GROUPS

Any meetup or other existing local data viz group OR a newly forming community group can apply to be an affiliate if they meet the requirements below:

  • All the organizers of the group must be members of DVS which will help us communicate and collaborate. Membership can be at any of the tiers, including free or dues-paying.

  • Have a dedicated communication channel. DVS prefers the use of #location or #topic channel on Slack. However, if the group uses another channel or platform, it needs to be listed and accessible to our members.

  • The organizers are engaged with the DVS community including sharing event information on the Slack #location channel. 

  • Organize events (talks, workshops, etc.) with at least four events per year, ideally once per quarter for schedule consistency.

  • Abide by the DVS Code of Conduct, which lays out the expectations for the global DVS. Any confirmed violation of the code of conduct can result in the loss of affiliate status for the group.

 

Have a question, suggestion or feedback relating to DVS Local Affiliated Groups? Please contact us at engagement@datavisualizationsociety.org.