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NorthStar is a community group working to advance intersectional racial justice, equity, and belonging of people of Black / African descent in GIS, geography, and STEM.

06/25/2026

When you support NorthStar, you're investing in more than an organization; you're investing in people, opportunity, and impact.

Your donation helps us expand access to geospatial education, support professional development, amplify Black voices in GIS, and create programs that advance equity through geographic solutions.

Every contribution helps move this work forward.

Donate today and help us continue building pathways for the next generation.

🔗 Donate: northstarofgis.org/donate

Share this post with someone who believes in creating a more equitable future through geospatial work.

06/22/2026

Innovation happens when diverse experiences, ideas, and perspectives come together.

This week, bring your voice to the table. Ask questions. Share knowledge. Create space for others.

The future of GIS is built by all of us—and it grows stronger when more people see themselves in the field.

Tag someone whose perspective strengthens this community, or share this post to help expand the conversation.

06/19/2026

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in history—the day when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.

Today, we honor the resilience, strength, and enduring contributions of Black communities while recognizing that the pursuit of equity and justice continues.

At NorthStar, we believe in building pathways that amplify Black voices, expand opportunities, and create a future where communities are seen, valued, and empowered.

As we commemorate Juneteenth, we reflect on the legacy of those who came before us and recommit ourselves to advancing equity, representation, and impact in the geospatial community and beyond.

06/04/2026

🎙️ New episode out now!

In Part II of our Women in GIS conversation, Aisha Jenkins shares lessons on leadership, resilience, and finding purpose beyond titles.
A powerful reminder to know your value, own your story, and lead with authenticity.
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06/03/2026

Success doesn’t happen overnight—it’s built through consistency, learning, and the willingness to keep moving forward.

Every skill you develop today has the potential to create opportunities tomorrow. Whether you're learning a new tool, refining your craft, or taking on new challenges, each step contributes to your growth and impact.

Keep showing up. Keep building. Keep pushing forward.

05/27/2026

Access to the internet shapes access to education, jobs, healthcare, and opportunity.

GIS helps reveal where connectivity gaps exist—highlighting communities that are underserved and often overlooked in conversations about technology and infrastructure.

By mapping the digital divide, GIS becomes a tool for equity, helping decision-makers better understand where support and investment are needed most.

05/25/2026

🎙️New episode out now! Just in time for the long weekend...

Join the conversation with Aisha Jenkins PMP, CTT, the creator and season 1 host of the NorthStar GAZE Podcast, as she takes the seat as a guest. She shares the story behind the platform she built.

Joined by host G. Erica Phillips Phillips and co-host Eva Reid, MPA, GISP, Aisha reflects on why she created a space where Black geospatial professionals could tell their own stories, in their own voices, and on their own terms.

She gets real about representation in GIS, navigating corporate spaces as a Black woman, leadership, burnout, surviving big tech, and the intentional work of building something designed to grow beyond you.

We also hear about her current work, from teaching GIS at Howard University to supporting international geospatial capacity building through the International Telecommunication Union, all rooted in justice and equity.

This episode is personal, purposeful, and a reminder that sometimes the most powerful thing you can build is a table where others can sit.

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05/20/2026

Equity doesn’t happen by accident.

It’s built through intentional choices—
in data collection, analysis, partnerships, and storytelling.

In geospatial work, equity must be embedded at every stage.

Not as an afterthought—but as a foundation.

05/18/2026

Growth doesn’t always happen in big moments. Sometimes it’s found in the small steps, daily effort, and choosing to keep going even when progress feels slow.

Keep showing up for yourself and your goals. What you build over time can become something greater than you imagined. 💙

05/15/2026

GIS is more than what we see on a map. 🌍✨
Behind every layer of data is a story about communities, infrastructure, the environment, and the decisions shaping our future.

From disaster response to environmental justice, GIS helps turn information into action.

Stay informed. Stay connected. Keep exploring the world of geospatial technology with us.
Follow NorthStar of GIS for more Geo Knowledge Drops and insights.💙

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