Welcome to Beacon
Welcome to Beacon, DataKind’s platform for exploring community data, generating insights, and supporting place-based decision making.
If you’re new to Beacon, we recommend starting with the short walkthrough video below. In just a few minutes, you’ll get an overview of the platform’s core workflows, including how to explore data, create map analyses, upload datasets, and collaborate with your team.
Step-by Step Guides
Looking for more detailed guidance? Explore the guides below for walkthroughs, videos, and best practices for each core workflow.
Create a Map Analysis
Learn how to explore geographies, apply indicators, customize visualizations, and save analyses.
Upload Data
Learn how to upload and validate your organization’s data for use within Beacon analyses and workflows.
Teams & Collaboration
Learn how to create teams, invite collaborators, manage permissions, and share work across your organization.
Build a Dataset
Learn how to combine public indicators and geographic boundaries into downloadable datasets for offline analysis and reporting.