Launch of the Renewed Neighborhood Equity Index (NEI)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
You’re Invited: Launch of the Renewed Neighborhood Equity Index (NEI)
Ottawa, ON – March 26, 2025 – The Social Planning Council of Ottawa is excited to announce – an essential event designed to equip organizations with the tools and knowledge to harness data for advocacy, policy reform, and service delivery. The event will take place on April 10th, 2025 at 815 St Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON, K1K 3A7, Cafeteria.
The updated NEI offers a more focused and comprehensive view by evaluating urban and rural areas separately, allowing for more relevant comparisons and tailored insights. It complements existing social and health initiatives by providing a neighbourhood-level equity lens to support local planning and decision-making.
The NEI website is a dynamic hub featuring interactive maps, dashboards, data, and charts — offering valuable information for policymakers, social planners, community organizations, and residents. It helps identify areas of highest need, track changes over time, and guide investments and collaborative actions to build a stronger, more equitable Ottawa.
Event details:
Date: Thursday, April 10th, 2025
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Rideau Community Hub – 815 St. Laurent Blvd, Cafeteria
Admission: Free and open to the public
Who Should Attend?
- Settlement agencies & immigrant-serving organizations
- Community resource centers & grassroots groups
- Social service agencies & advocacy organizations
- Funders & policymakers
- Data professionals & researchers focused on community development
Event Highlights
- Live Data Demonstrations – Experience the Neighbourhood Equity Data Portal in action, demonstrating its ability to identify gaps, support funding proposals, and enhance service delivery.
- Hands-On Workshops – Develop skills to translate data into effective community programs and evidence-based decision-making.
- Networking & Collaboration Opportunities – Build relationships with key stakeholders to strengthen data-driven advocacy and collective impact.
Join us in unlocking the power of data for social good and making a lasting impact on our communities.
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For media inquiries or interviews, please contact:
Sean Murdock
Events Coordinator
Reuben Nashali
Executive Director