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New Tools for Public Health Data: Airtable

Tue, Mar 31

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Live and Video-Only Options Available

In our opinion, Airtable is the most beautiful and overpowered database. Ready to swap your spreadsheets with a supercharged, AI-powered, automation-enabling tool? We’ll start with a simple Airtable project. But that’s just the beginning. The topic for March is Measles.

New Tools for Public Health Data: Airtable
New Tools for Public Health Data: Airtable

Time & Location

Mar 31, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

Live and Video-Only Options Available

About the Event

In our opinion, Airtable is the most beautiful, overpowered, and - perhaps - under-appreciated database. Ready to swap your spreadsheets with a supercharged, AI-powered, automation-enabling tool? We’ll start with a simple Airtable project. But that’s just the beginning.



⭐️ Topic

Measles in the United States



Tutorials Tailored for You


What is your favorite way to learn?


  • Level 1. Grab 'n' Go. I want a superfast way to get the information. We recommend the "Video Only" option.

  • Level 2. Try 'n' Tinker. I want to try a data challenge. We recommend joining the Live Workshop. Not able to attend the event? "Video Only" options are available for those who want to try the data challenge.

  • Level 3. Certificate Seeker. I want to build my data portfolio and earn a microcerticate. We definitely recommend joining the Live Workshop. Not able to attend the event? A certificate is still possible with the "Video Only" option. Certificate seekers have 3 days after the video is shared to complete the project. Resources are shared after the live workshop. Video processing takes 1 - 7 days. More info below.


*Unable to make the live workshop? "Video Only" options are available for those who want to learn at all levels! Please note that videos are released after processing which can take 1-3 weeks.



🎯 Data Challenge

Main Objective: Collect key indicators for your community using free sources of Measles data and create a portfolio project.


3 Learning Objectives

by the end of the session, participants will be able to:


  1. Query & Collect 📊 data on Measles for your region

  2. Analyze data using the data tool: 🧰 🛠️ Airtable.

  3. Visualize & Humanize data by creating a 🎨 database for a key stakeholder i.e. target audience.


Keywords and core concepts also covered:

  • Basics of inputing and organizing data in 🧰 🛠️ Airtable

  • How do we measure Measles cases and why does it matter to health?

  • Socio-ecological model for public health


Prerequisites.

Beginner-friendly, no prior experience needed. Email will be needed for inviting you to an Airtable workspace.


Portfolio Project + Micro Certificate

🎯 Data Challenge: Using a key indicator, create a real-world portfolio project for a key stakeholder for your region


🏆 Micro Certificate awarded for demonstrable skills and projects completed by Day 3 (timeline varies for Video-Only).

Time Budget: 20-40 minutes. Each project is designed to be successfully completed within 20-40 minutes.



Hosted by BroadStreet

BroadStreet is a 501(c)3 created for learners by learners and centers around practical public health projects that can make an impact.


Belief

📊 Data ❤️ heal the world 🌎


Vision

A healthy nation for all.


Mission

To support advocates for community health through trainings in data, tech, and tools.



Agenda

The 90 minute workshop is split into 3 main parts. Unable to join the full event? There are "breakaway" moments between each part. Join us for 30 min, 1 hr, or the full 90 min session. Times are approximate. "Video-only" options are also available for those unable to make the event.


Please note: Timezone listed for the event is Eastern Time (ET).


  • Part 1 (30 min). Pre-survey + Project Overview

  • Part 2 (30 min). Data Challenge Step-by-Step walkthrough

  • Part 3 (30 min). Team Test 'n' Try. Recommended for certificate seekers.


 Tickets for the Live Workshop are limited. Reserve your spot now by registering.


Learn while making a real-world impact!



Certificates


Workshop attendees seeking certificates will 3-days to complete a Data Challenge. Each Data Challenge is designed to be explained in 20 min. Everyone learns at different paces and in different ways. The average time to complete the challenge is 20-40 minutes. Projects complete by midday Day 3 are awarded certificates.


Video-Only participants who are interested in earning certificates but will not be at the event, will be given a tutorial kit and video 1-3 weeks after the session. Further instructions about how to earn a certificate will be shared at that time.







Diana Saad, MPH, Instructor
Diana Saad, MPH, Instructor

Instructor


Diana Saad, MPH

Data for Change Program Coordinator

BroadStreet Institute


Diana has a passion for exploring data and using tools like Airtable and over the past year has worked with dozens of trainees on Airtable setup, indicator exploration, data stories, and logic models. Diana is passionate about health and wellness, specifically for women and children.


Connect with Diana on LinkedIn







Tracy Flood MD PhD, President and Co-founder of The BroadStreet Institute
Tracy Flood MD PhD, President and Co-founder of The BroadStreet Institute


Event MC


Tracy Flood MD PhD

President and Co-founder

BroadStreet Institute


Dr. Flood has over a decade experience in foraging for community health data, as well as in data visualization, report writing, mapping, and data design for software. She is passionate about empowering community change, increasing data literacy, and turning data into actions that will have long-term impact. She has worked with over 2,000 interns as President of BroadStreet.


Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn









FAQs:


Q: Is it free?

Yes, this is a free event. If you'd like to donate to our  Community Health Impact Fund, please see https://www.broadstreet.org/give


Q: Will it be recorded?

Yes, parts of the session will be recorded. Want to participate in the Data Challenge, but unable to attend the event? Select the "Video Only" ticket option below.


Q: What will I need?

Computer recommended for the workshop. The workshop is an interactive and collaborative session. Joining on mobile is not recommended. If your worksite blocks collaborative platforms like Gdrive, please consider joining on a non-work computer.


Q: What if I cannot make the workshop on Tuesday?

We have a "Video Only" options for those who want to gain the knowledge and earn a microcertificate. We send email updates the week of the workshop.


Financial Disclosures:

BroadStreet Institute and the events are fully funded by our community of learners. This event is not sponsored and we are not affiliated with the tools and tech in our trainings. We hope you will love this Data Challenge and, if you are not a donor yet, we hope you will consider becoming a donor in the future.

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  • Join Live Workshop

    Join us for the workshop live on Tuesday via Zoom. Network and build your community! Get support for earning your microcertificate. Spots are limited.

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  • Video-Only (No Live Workshop)

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    Mar 31, 2:00 PM EDT

    Skip the live workshop and get all of the information via email including the workshop recording.

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