07-03, 11:50–12:15 (Europe/Amsterdam), Podium
Language: English
Maps are powerful visualizations, we do not only use them to describe our world but they also shape our world. Sometimes we see that simple lines or names can turn into conflicts, protest or even worse.. Have you ever wondered why maps are so powerful? And as a maker; how do you use this super power in a responsible way?
A Map is just a mere model.. Coloured by time, history and culture. But we often present them as if they hold the objective truth.
This is a plea for more uncertainty in maps. Including ready to implement examples!
Maps are powerful visualizations, we do not only use them to describe our world but they also shape our world. Sometimes we see that simple lines or names can turn into conflicts, protest or even worse.. Have you ever wondered why maps are so powerful? And as a maker; how do you use this super power in a responsible way?
A Map is just a mere model.. Coloured by time, history and culture. But we often present them as if they hold the objective truth.
This is a plea for more uncertainty in maps. Including ready to implement examples!
Freelance full stack web map developer with a creative and critical focus: from data analysis to visualization on the web. Skilled in PostGIS, Qgis, MapLibre GL, JavaScript, D3.js, Inkscape, and Linux. Strong arts and design professional with a Master's degree focused in Geographic information Science from Wageningen University.
Researching critical cartography, feminist cartography and participatory mapping for social justice.
Always looking for interesting topics and developments in the geo-community as an experienced Event Organizer of Maptime the Netherlands, OsgeoNL and Foss4G NL.