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Statistical CommunicationsYesterday and Today

UNECE-Geneva 2014Raul E. Cisneros

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19th Century visualization effortPopulation distribution based on the 1790 Census

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Distribution of slaves, based on the 1860 Census

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See the map?

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The distribution of wealth after the Civil War

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Using infographicsand visualizations to tell a story

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Adding visuals to press releases

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We’ve come a long way!

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Creating new visual and informational tools

Census Explorer and Story Maps

Census Explorer• Provides statistics on

retail trade• Education, income,

commute times, etc. available

• Powered by the American Community Survey

Story Maps: Integrate mapping with story telling

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Mobile Apps

Using technology to make statistical communications more interesting and engaging.

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Statistical communications in the field• Face-to-face

interactions are still important

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Questions?

Thank you!

Contact information:Raul E. Cisneros

Center for New Media and Promotion301-763-5204

raul.e.cisneros@census.gov