gis for voting rights & redistricting
where the map is the argument.
Political geography is some of the most consequential spatial work there is. Redistricting determines who gets represented and for how long. Voting access analysis determines who can realistically cast a ballot. Advocacy mapping makes the case for equity in the places where those decisions get made.
whereabouts works with voting rights organizations, advocacy groups, and redistricting efforts to build the spatial analysis and infrastructure that supports equitable representation. We work with organizations whose values align with ours. That isn't a disclaimer. It's just our honest intent.
what we help voting rights & advocacy orgs do:
Analyze voting district boundaries against demographic, geographic, and equity indicators
Map voting access (polling place locations, drop box distribution, early voting sites, postal service locations) against population distribution and transportation access
Identify communities where voting access gaps are most acute and build the spatial case for change
Develop spatial databases for tracking redistricting proposals and their demographic implications
Build web maps and data visualizations for litigation support, public comment, and advocacy communication
Create field data collection tools for canvassing, voter contact, and ground-level documentation
Support expert witness and legal team needs with rigorous spatial analysis and documentation
Produce map products for public education, media, and legislative testimony
who we work with:
Voting rights nonprofits. Civil rights organizations. Redistricting advocacy groups. Election administration offices committed to equitable access. Community organizing networks. Legal teams working on voting rights litigation.
a note on our approach:
Redistricting and voting rights work operates under legal and regulatory scrutiny that most GIS engagements don't. We understand the evidentiary standards that apply to spatial analysis in litigation contexts, the documentation requirements for public comment processes, and the timeline pressures of election cycles. We also understand that this work is politically significant and treat it accordingly with due rigor, discretion, and full transparency about our methods.
a note on certifications:
whereabouts is a certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBENC), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and LGBT Business Enterprise (NGLCC), and a disabled-owned firm. For organizations navigating vendor diversity requirements or set-aside procurement, our certifications may support your process. We're glad to provide whatever documentation you need.