Women+ in Geospatial
@geospatialwomen.bsky.social
A global network that inspires, unites and empowers women+ in the geospatial field to become strong changemakers.
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Welcome to Women+ in Geospatial, a global professional network promoting diversity and gender equality in the geospatial industry. Run by volunteers, we offer community building, career development events, a year-long mentorship programme, and much more.
Learn all about us: womeningeospatial.org
Learn all about us: womeningeospatial.org
🛰️ “Curiosity, mentorship, and representation helped me build a career in photogrammetry and geospatial mapping.”
Check out Sandra's story on the Society of Women Engineers blog: 5 Lessons I Learned While Becoming a Photogrammetric Technician.
Check out Sandra's story on the Society of Women Engineers blog: 5 Lessons I Learned While Becoming a Photogrammetric Technician.
5 Lessons I Learned While Becoming a Photogrammetric Technician – All Together
Sandra Flores-Castillo shares how curiosity, mentorship, and representation shaped her journey to becoming a photogrammetric technician.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:28 PM
🛰️ “Curiosity, mentorship, and representation helped me build a career in photogrammetry and geospatial mapping.”
Check out Sandra's story on the Society of Women Engineers blog: 5 Lessons I Learned While Becoming a Photogrammetric Technician.
Check out Sandra's story on the Society of Women Engineers blog: 5 Lessons I Learned While Becoming a Photogrammetric Technician.
🌍 Sharing something powerful from our Women+ in Geo network!
Chiara Richiardi’s new paper explores how open data and collaboration can map urban heat — and promote climate justice. When we design for equity, we design for everyone. 💫♀️
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Chiara Richiardi’s new paper explores how open data and collaboration can map urban heat — and promote climate justice. When we design for equity, we design for everyone. 💫♀️
doi.org/10.1016/j.su...
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November 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
🌍 Sharing something powerful from our Women+ in Geo network!
Chiara Richiardi’s new paper explores how open data and collaboration can map urban heat — and promote climate justice. When we design for equity, we design for everyone. 💫♀️
doi.org/10.1016/j.su...
Chiara Richiardi’s new paper explores how open data and collaboration can map urban heat — and promote climate justice. When we design for equity, we design for everyone. 💫♀️
doi.org/10.1016/j.su...
In the midst of booming AI developments, what does the future hold for those in the geospatial field?
On October 22nd, W+G joined GEO Business to discuss the many possibilities and challenges that arise from AI entering the geospatial world, and how this might impact the industry moving forward. 🧭
On October 22nd, W+G joined GEO Business to discuss the many possibilities and challenges that arise from AI entering the geospatial world, and how this might impact the industry moving forward. 🧭
November 6, 2025 at 5:59 PM
In the midst of booming AI developments, what does the future hold for those in the geospatial field?
On October 22nd, W+G joined GEO Business to discuss the many possibilities and challenges that arise from AI entering the geospatial world, and how this might impact the industry moving forward. 🧭
On October 22nd, W+G joined GEO Business to discuss the many possibilities and challenges that arise from AI entering the geospatial world, and how this might impact the industry moving forward. 🧭
Tune in tomorrow, November 5th, @ 9 am EST to the 1st of a 3-part webinar series from the Atrocity Prevention Lab at Harvard Humanitarian Initiative!
Learn how geospatial technology can be utilized for disaster response and prevention.
Find details & register using the link below:
hsph.me/APL1
Learn how geospatial technology can be utilized for disaster response and prevention.
Find details & register using the link below:
hsph.me/APL1
November 4, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Tune in tomorrow, November 5th, @ 9 am EST to the 1st of a 3-part webinar series from the Atrocity Prevention Lab at Harvard Humanitarian Initiative!
Learn how geospatial technology can be utilized for disaster response and prevention.
Find details & register using the link below:
hsph.me/APL1
Learn how geospatial technology can be utilized for disaster response and prevention.
Find details & register using the link below:
hsph.me/APL1
Even though breakfast is sold out, there’s still time to get tickets for the FOSS4G 2025 conference in Auckland, NZ! From November 17th to 23rd, this conference offers numerous opportunities for workshops and networking, making it ideal for professionals in all sectors of geospatial technology. 🚀
One way to close the week out...
@geospatialwomen.bsky.social Breakfast is sold out!
See everyone Thu morn, 20 Nov for a truly invigorating conversation kicked off by Feye Andal. Thanks again to event sponsor Pacific Community-SPC.
...there is a waitlist. Drop us a note.
#foss4g #gis #events
@geospatialwomen.bsky.social Breakfast is sold out!
See everyone Thu morn, 20 Nov for a truly invigorating conversation kicked off by Feye Andal. Thanks again to event sponsor Pacific Community-SPC.
...there is a waitlist. Drop us a note.
#foss4g #gis #events
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Even though breakfast is sold out, there’s still time to get tickets for the FOSS4G 2025 conference in Auckland, NZ! From November 17th to 23rd, this conference offers numerous opportunities for workshops and networking, making it ideal for professionals in all sectors of geospatial technology. 🚀
Register for the Introductory #Webinar & learn more about the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition (for which we're a proud partner). We'll cover eligibility & selection criteria, important deadlines, & resources available to those selected.
📅 October 30th, 2025 @ 14:00 - 14:30 GMT
💻 Zoom
📅 October 30th, 2025 @ 14:00 - 14:30 GMT
💻 Zoom
October 24, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Register for the Introductory #Webinar & learn more about the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition (for which we're a proud partner). We'll cover eligibility & selection criteria, important deadlines, & resources available to those selected.
📅 October 30th, 2025 @ 14:00 - 14:30 GMT
💻 Zoom
📅 October 30th, 2025 @ 14:00 - 14:30 GMT
💻 Zoom
Join EUROGI for a webinar this Wednesday, October 22! This is perfect for those interested in learning about how open environmental data can be used to anticipate the impacts of climate change and how it can inform decision-making.
🔗 Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/dea8d7...
🔗 Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/dea8d7...
October 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Join EUROGI for a webinar this Wednesday, October 22! This is perfect for those interested in learning about how open environmental data can be used to anticipate the impacts of climate change and how it can inform decision-making.
🔗 Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/dea8d7...
🔗 Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/dea8d7...
Come join our volunteer team! We're looking for our next External Communications Team Co-Lead, a role where you'll strategize, lead, and empower a team of over 13 other volunteers. Comms experience is key, so don't be afraid to apply if your background isn't in geospatial science! Link below.
October 16, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Come join our volunteer team! We're looking for our next External Communications Team Co-Lead, a role where you'll strategize, lead, and empower a team of over 13 other volunteers. Comms experience is key, so don't be afraid to apply if your background isn't in geospatial science! Link below.
Join us. Innovate with us. Lead with us... and check out these photos from the kickoff event for the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition, held today at the Royal Geographical Society in #London! It's not too late to join in on the challenge, even if you couldn't make the event!
October 8, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Join us. Innovate with us. Lead with us... and check out these photos from the kickoff event for the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition, held today at the Royal Geographical Society in #London! It's not too late to join in on the challenge, even if you couldn't make the event!
The Esri Canada User Conference is November 3-4 in Toronto, Ontario! Join Canada's largest GIS conference to meet experts and enthusiasts for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration ✨
Click the link to view the agenda and register for the event!
www.esri.ca/en-ca/news-e...
Click the link to view the agenda and register for the event!
www.esri.ca/en-ca/news-e...
Agenda
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October 7, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The Esri Canada User Conference is November 3-4 in Toronto, Ontario! Join Canada's largest GIS conference to meet experts and enthusiasts for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration ✨
Click the link to view the agenda and register for the event!
www.esri.ca/en-ca/news-e...
Click the link to view the agenda and register for the event!
www.esri.ca/en-ca/news-e...
🚨 Free webinar alert—tomorrow, October 2nd at 12 pm ET! 🚨
Join experts from Wherobots to explore topics about spatial data processing standards and best practices in cloud native environments.
Use the link to reserve your spot!
cloudnativegeo.org/events/webin...
Join experts from Wherobots to explore topics about spatial data processing standards and best practices in cloud native environments.
Use the link to reserve your spot!
cloudnativegeo.org/events/webin...
Webinar: Introducing SedonaDB, SpatialBench, and Startup Accelerator Program
Are you building a next-generation application for spatial data in the cloud?
The team behind Apache Sedona and Wherobots is focused on enabling spatial data processing standards and best practices...
cloudnativegeo.org
October 1, 2025 at 4:55 PM
🚨 Free webinar alert—tomorrow, October 2nd at 12 pm ET! 🚨
Join experts from Wherobots to explore topics about spatial data processing standards and best practices in cloud native environments.
Use the link to reserve your spot!
cloudnativegeo.org/events/webin...
Join experts from Wherobots to explore topics about spatial data processing standards and best practices in cloud native environments.
Use the link to reserve your spot!
cloudnativegeo.org/events/webin...
📚 W+Geo member Izabela Miller is writing a book to empower female GIS leaders. She’s gathering stories of challenges, growth, and leadership to inspire others. Want to share yours? DM @izabelamiller.bsky.social to be part of this important project shaping women’s voices in GIS.
October 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
📚 W+Geo member Izabela Miller is writing a book to empower female GIS leaders. She’s gathering stories of challenges, growth, and leadership to inspire others. Want to share yours? DM @izabelamiller.bsky.social to be part of this important project shaping women’s voices in GIS.
For those in the USA, Foss4G North America 2025 is happening in Reston, VA! Join geospatial professionals for three days of learning, idea sharing, and networking! 🚀
🗓 3-5 Nov 2025 | 📍 In-Person
Tickets are cheaper when you buy ahead, so plan your trips soon!
www.foss4gna.org
🗓 3-5 Nov 2025 | 📍 In-Person
Tickets are cheaper when you buy ahead, so plan your trips soon!
www.foss4gna.org
FOSS4G North America
Join us at the FOSS4G NA Conference. Discover the latest in Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial communities. Network, learn, and innovate with industry leaders and enthusiasts. Don't miss out...
www.foss4gna.org
September 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
For those in the USA, Foss4G North America 2025 is happening in Reston, VA! Join geospatial professionals for three days of learning, idea sharing, and networking! 🚀
🗓 3-5 Nov 2025 | 📍 In-Person
Tickets are cheaper when you buy ahead, so plan your trips soon!
www.foss4gna.org
🗓 3-5 Nov 2025 | 📍 In-Person
Tickets are cheaper when you buy ahead, so plan your trips soon!
www.foss4gna.org
🌳 W+Geo’s Rose Njambi highlights how NDVI + EVI together capture seasonal trends & subtle canopy shifts in Karura Forest. Pairing indices with field data offers the most accurate insight—key for managing and protecting urban forests.
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NDVI vs. EVI: Monitoring Vegetation in Karura Forest, Nairobi, A Case Study
Vegetation plays a key role in how the Earth functions. It regulates climate, supports biodiversity, and is a vital indicator of ecosystem health. To track vegetation at scale, scientists oft…
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September 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
🌳 W+Geo’s Rose Njambi highlights how NDVI + EVI together capture seasonal trends & subtle canopy shifts in Karura Forest. Pairing indices with field data offers the most accurate insight—key for managing and protecting urban forests.
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If you’re in Amsterdam, this one’s for you!
Join other mapping enthusiasts for an evening of collaboration and networking at Maptime Amsterdam: Autumn mapping party!
🗓 3 Oct 2025 | ⏰ 4:45 – 9:30 PM CEST | 📍 In-Person
Don't miss out on this opportunity!
RSVP here: www.meetup.com/maptime-ams/...
Join other mapping enthusiasts for an evening of collaboration and networking at Maptime Amsterdam: Autumn mapping party!
🗓 3 Oct 2025 | ⏰ 4:45 – 9:30 PM CEST | 📍 In-Person
Don't miss out on this opportunity!
RSVP here: www.meetup.com/maptime-ams/...
Maptime Amsterdam: Autumn mapping party, Fri, Oct 3, 2025, 4:45 PM | Meetup
Do you want to share your mapping stories, projects or insights at Maptime? Please contact [cas.vangroenigen@tomtom.com](cas.vangroenigen@tomtom.com) to reserve your speaki
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September 29, 2025 at 4:54 PM
If you’re in Amsterdam, this one’s for you!
Join other mapping enthusiasts for an evening of collaboration and networking at Maptime Amsterdam: Autumn mapping party!
🗓 3 Oct 2025 | ⏰ 4:45 – 9:30 PM CEST | 📍 In-Person
Don't miss out on this opportunity!
RSVP here: www.meetup.com/maptime-ams/...
Join other mapping enthusiasts for an evening of collaboration and networking at Maptime Amsterdam: Autumn mapping party!
🗓 3 Oct 2025 | ⏰ 4:45 – 9:30 PM CEST | 📍 In-Person
Don't miss out on this opportunity!
RSVP here: www.meetup.com/maptime-ams/...
🌍 Are you creative with data? Are you interested in some friendly competition? This opportunity is for you!
Organised by the European Space Agency's Climate Team, the EO Data Visualisation Competition invites you to create a visual representation of forest vulnerability to climate change.
Organised by the European Space Agency's Climate Team, the EO Data Visualisation Competition invites you to create a visual representation of forest vulnerability to climate change.
ESA Climate Change Competition: Forests in a Changing Climate
ESA-CCI Competition
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September 24, 2025 at 1:09 AM
🌍 Are you creative with data? Are you interested in some friendly competition? This opportunity is for you!
Organised by the European Space Agency's Climate Team, the EO Data Visualisation Competition invites you to create a visual representation of forest vulnerability to climate change.
Organised by the European Space Agency's Climate Team, the EO Data Visualisation Competition invites you to create a visual representation of forest vulnerability to climate change.
📣 Scientists, innovators, & industry leaders in the EMEA region: don't forget to apply for the Generative AI for Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition! Compete for $650,000 in AWS cloud credits, network, & showcase your ideas! Register your interest in the kickoff at the link below.
September 23, 2025 at 10:25 PM
📣 Scientists, innovators, & industry leaders in the EMEA region: don't forget to apply for the Generative AI for Geospatial Challenge, #EMEA edition! Compete for $650,000 in AWS cloud credits, network, & showcase your ideas! Register your interest in the kickoff at the link below.
Looking to brush up on your #data skills? GBIF has a webinar on "Data Use Club Practical Session: Making occurrence maps" - register at the link below!
📆 This Tuesday, September 23.
⏰ 15:00 - 16:30 CEST.
It'll cover data quality issues, using the GBIF map API, and more!
www.gbif.org/event/7W6Cm2...
📆 This Tuesday, September 23.
⏰ 15:00 - 16:30 CEST.
It'll cover data quality issues, using the GBIF map API, and more!
www.gbif.org/event/7W6Cm2...
Data Use Club Practical Session: Making occurrence maps
Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Free and Open Access to Biodiversity Data.
www.gbif.org
September 18, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Looking to brush up on your #data skills? GBIF has a webinar on "Data Use Club Practical Session: Making occurrence maps" - register at the link below!
📆 This Tuesday, September 23.
⏰ 15:00 - 16:30 CEST.
It'll cover data quality issues, using the GBIF map API, and more!
www.gbif.org/event/7W6Cm2...
📆 This Tuesday, September 23.
⏰ 15:00 - 16:30 CEST.
It'll cover data quality issues, using the GBIF map API, and more!
www.gbif.org/event/7W6Cm2...
💬Professional Insights: Advancing Your Career Through CPD
Join Clare Seldon in this free lunchtime discussion as she explores how Continuing Professional Development can lead to career advancements.
Advanced registration is required; book now to reserve your spot!
www.rgs.org/events/upcom...
Join Clare Seldon in this free lunchtime discussion as she explores how Continuing Professional Development can lead to career advancements.
Advanced registration is required; book now to reserve your spot!
www.rgs.org/events/upcom...
September 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM
💬Professional Insights: Advancing Your Career Through CPD
Join Clare Seldon in this free lunchtime discussion as she explores how Continuing Professional Development can lead to career advancements.
Advanced registration is required; book now to reserve your spot!
www.rgs.org/events/upcom...
Join Clare Seldon in this free lunchtime discussion as she explores how Continuing Professional Development can lead to career advancements.
Advanced registration is required; book now to reserve your spot!
www.rgs.org/events/upcom...
📣 Women+ in Geospatial are a partner on the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, EMEA edition! Changemakers from Africa, Europe, & the Middle East are invited to share their ideas for a chance to win $650,000 in AWS cloud credits. Join us to take the lead, network, & showcase EMEA talent! Details:
September 16, 2025 at 3:36 PM
📣 Women+ in Geospatial are a partner on the #GenAI for #Geospatial Challenge, EMEA edition! Changemakers from Africa, Europe, & the Middle East are invited to share their ideas for a chance to win $650,000 in AWS cloud credits. Join us to take the lead, network, & showcase EMEA talent! Details:
✨ Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – Making Yourself Heard With Confidence ✨
🗓 15 Sept 2025 | ⏰ 2 PM CEST | 💻 Webinar
Hosted by the Irish Chapter of EUROGI Women in Geospatial, join Camilla Long for a powerful session on overcoming self-doubt!
Register now to secure your spot! 🚀
tinyurl.com/25am3vdz
🗓 15 Sept 2025 | ⏰ 2 PM CEST | 💻 Webinar
Hosted by the Irish Chapter of EUROGI Women in Geospatial, join Camilla Long for a powerful session on overcoming self-doubt!
Register now to secure your spot! 🚀
tinyurl.com/25am3vdz
September 11, 2025 at 11:47 PM
✨ Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – Making Yourself Heard With Confidence ✨
🗓 15 Sept 2025 | ⏰ 2 PM CEST | 💻 Webinar
Hosted by the Irish Chapter of EUROGI Women in Geospatial, join Camilla Long for a powerful session on overcoming self-doubt!
Register now to secure your spot! 🚀
tinyurl.com/25am3vdz
🗓 15 Sept 2025 | ⏰ 2 PM CEST | 💻 Webinar
Hosted by the Irish Chapter of EUROGI Women in Geospatial, join Camilla Long for a powerful session on overcoming self-doubt!
Register now to secure your spot! 🚀
tinyurl.com/25am3vdz
🌱🌍📊 W+Geo’s Rose Njambi examines the limitations of NDVI—and how advanced indices like EVI, SAVI, & others provide sharper insight for vegetation monitoring.
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When NDVI Falls Short and the Role of EVI, SAVI and Other Indices
Whether you look to the monitoring of farmlands, forests, urban areas, water resources, or even mining, in every one of these places, you’ll find remote sensing. But you’ll also find something else…
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September 2, 2025 at 3:27 PM
🌱🌍📊 W+Geo’s Rose Njambi examines the limitations of NDVI—and how advanced indices like EVI, SAVI, & others provide sharper insight for vegetation monitoring.
geohubkenya.wordpress.com/2025/09/02/w...
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Looking to add to your skillset this summer? Check out this MOOC to learn more about the #geospatial tools and services offered by Copernicus, a programme of the European Union focused on space data. It might be the missing piece in a project you're working on!
www.copernicus.eu/en/opportuni...
www.copernicus.eu/en/opportuni...
July 29, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Looking to add to your skillset this summer? Check out this MOOC to learn more about the #geospatial tools and services offered by Copernicus, a programme of the European Union focused on space data. It might be the missing piece in a project you're working on!
www.copernicus.eu/en/opportuni...
www.copernicus.eu/en/opportuni...
🗺️ W+Geo’s Rose Njambi reflects on what she learned while creating the Nairobi Transit Map—without a design background. Her takeaways speak to creativity, persistence, and the power of learning by doing.
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What I Learned from Creating the Nairobi Transit Map
“To know what you’re going to draw, you have to begin drawing.” — Pablo Picasso. This quote captures my key takeaway from weeks of creating the Nairobi transit map. I couldn’t hav…
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July 7, 2025 at 12:59 PM
🗺️ W+Geo’s Rose Njambi reflects on what she learned while creating the Nairobi Transit Map—without a design background. Her takeaways speak to creativity, persistence, and the power of learning by doing.
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🗺️ W+Geo member Rose Njambi shares what it took to build the Nairobi Transit Map—offering a behind-the-scenes look at the process, challenges, and creativity from a non-designer’s lens.
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Creating the Nairobi Transit Map: A Non-Designer’s Behind-the-Scenes
This is the second part of a transit map series. Part one deals with Beck’s design principles and what makes transit maps effective. First conceived by Harry Beck in the 1930s, transit maps a…
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July 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
🗺️ W+Geo member Rose Njambi shares what it took to build the Nairobi Transit Map—offering a behind-the-scenes look at the process, challenges, and creativity from a non-designer’s lens.
geohubkenya.wordpress.com/2025/07/02/c...
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