About the program:
The Equitable Development Data Insight Training Initiative (EDDIT) helps organizations
refine their narratives and leverage data so that they can make the best possible case for
their equitable development work to their community and stakeholders.
EDDIT offers 7-9 months of personalized data analysis and storytelling training to
non-profit, community, and local government organizations working towards urban equity
in small and mid-sized cities in the U.S. and Canada.
Who is EDDIT for?
- Staff individuals or teams from local government agencies or nonprofits working on
equitable development issues in small and mid-sized cities in the U.S. and Canada. - Organizations that have an interest in data and have a desire to build more buy-in for
their equitable development work.
Upon completion of the program, you will be able to:
- Implement, advance, and/or fund equitable development with the purpose of
furthering community equity and wellbeing. - Effectively use data storytelling to communicate the impacts of specific equitable
development projects. - Build public and political will for urban equitable development.
Case studies
Data Storytelling for Equitable Development
Case studies from the 2023-24 EDDIT cohorts
Investing in affordable housing to support inclusive downtowns
A case study of Worcester, Massachusetts from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Seeking a new definition of affordability in a resource economy
A case study of Wood Buffalo, Alberta from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Revitalizing historic main streets through entrepreneurship
A case study of High Point, North Carolina from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Becoming “Canada’s Favourite Downtown”: Encouraging investments in the core
A case study of Halifax, Nova Scotia from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Increasing the availability of healthy food
A case study of Greensboro, North Carolina from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Connecting the Dots: Showcasing the benefits of public transportation
A case study of Eau Claire, Wisconsin from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Cross-community Approaches to Climate Action: Transitioning to sustainable landscape practices
A case study of Cook County, Illinois from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Building Safe Communities: Infrastructure investments for gun violence prevention
A case study of Champaign, Illinois from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Increasing tree cover for equity and climate resilience
A case study of Bridgeport, Connecticut from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
From Tracks to Trail: Planning for equitable (re)development
A case study of Albuquerque, New Mexico from Equitable Development Data Insight Training
Visit EDDIT’s dedicated website to:
- Learn more about EDDIT, including examples of the areas of equitable development EDDIT works with, program outcomes, and how to apply
- Meet past and present EDDIT participants
- Read FAQs and watch explainer videos
- Meet and contact the EDDIT team
EDDIT is a partnership between the University of California, Berkeley and the School of Cities, funded by The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
