Data Visualization Training Series

Welcome to Omni’s Data Visualization Course!

Omni, in partnership with the Colorado Trust, has developed a four-part training series focused on generating visualizations that enhance data sharing across audiences. The four main topics include:

An introduction to data viz
Compliance and Accessibility
Equity
Storytelling

Each series is split into multiple shorter segments to accommodate different schedules and individual learning needs.

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Module 1: Data Visualization and How It Helps

This session demystifies data visualization — what it is, why it matters to your work, and how to use it productively to communicate insights and drive better decisions. You'll get a practical overview of common data viz methods so you can choose the right approach for any situation.

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Module 1: English Version

Module 1: Spanish Version

Module 2: Accessibility and 508 Compliance

This session covers the essentials of accessibility: what it means, why it matters, and how federal 508 compliance and Colorado's ADA requirements apply to your work. You'll explore common use cases and practical considerations to help you confidently identify and address accessibility needs.

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Module 2: English Version

Module 2: Spanish Version

Module 3: Equity in Data Visualizing

This session explores what equity means in the context of data visualization and why it matters for how we represent and share information about communities. You'll learn best practices for designing visualizations that are honest, inclusive, and bias-free, as well as approaches to destigmatizing data and sharing it responsibly.

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Module 3: English Version

Module 3: Spanish Version

Module 4: The Visualization Process

This session explores how to pair visualization with storytelling to make data more compelling and actionable, walking you through the visualization process from start to finish. You'll learn best practices for designing effective visuals, including when not to visualize, and leave with a practical overview of tools and key takeaways you can apply right away.