Telling The Story Of Your Impact: A Data Visualisation And Communications Masterclass

Transform data into stories that inspire action.

Unlock the power of data visualisation and strategic communication to showcase your organisation’s impact with clarity, confidence, and creativity.

Learn how to turn complex datasets and evaluation findings into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences—from funders and policymakers to communities and the public.

This interactive, hands-on masterclass is designed for program managers and professionals in government, not-for-profits, corporate social responsibility, social enterprises, and consultancy firms.

Discover practical techniques for designing visuals, tailoring messages, and communicating evidence in ways that drive engagement and decision-making.

In this masterclass delivered by the Centre for Social Impact UWA, you will:

Learn how to transform raw data into clear, impactful visualisations
Strengthen your ability to communicate evidence and outcomes to stakeholders and funders
Explore storytelling techniques that connect data to human experiences
Discover innovative tools and approaches for designing reports, dashboards, and presentations
Network with like-minded professionals and industry leaders
Start a communication plan for your program

Workshop content

Understand the principles of effective data storytelling and visualisation
Explore best-practice approaches for tailoring communication to different audiences
Explore various mediums and outlets to share your story
Learn how to engage with media to share your program’s outcomes
Learn how to combine quantitative and qualitative data to tell a holistic story of impact
Discover design strategies for clarity, accessibility, and engagement in charts, infographics, and reports
Incorporate storytelling frameworks (e.g., theory of change) into your communications
Practical tools and templates for reporting, dashboards, and communication plan

No experience in communications is required.

Facilitators

Lisette Kaleveld
Lisette is a social researcher who has worked on research and evaluation projects conducted in academic/research contexts as well as for the not-for-profit sector, as a public servant and as an independent consultant. Lisette has led a significant number national, state-wide and locally based evaluation projects as the principal researcher/team leader, and has undertaken capacity building projects including facilitating training, tools and frameworks for community development officers to measure the impact of their work in local government. Lisette’s evaluation experience spans the mental health sector, education and disability sectors. Lisette is convener for the Australian Evaluation Society (WA Branch).

Nic Badullovich

Dr Nic Badullovich is a social scientist and Research Fellow at the Centre for Social Impact UWA. Nic's work focuses on science and climate change communication, which involves partnering with organisations, and employing quantitative and qualitative methods to ensure research delivers practical and social impact.

Carole Katz

Carole Katz is the Industry Engagement & Communications Adviser at the Centre for Social Impact UWA.

With over 15 years of experience in communications and engagement, she has a proven track record delivering successful results and events for iconic Perth-based organisations, including Telethon Kids Institute, the Future of Work Institute at Curtin University and The University of Western Australia (UWA).

To develop and implement effective communications strategies, Carole draws on her digital, creative and project management skills to raise brand profile, drive stakeholder engagement and deliver meaningful impact.

Upskill with the Centre for Social Impact UWA

For further details or if you have any questions, please contact Mags Martin on 08 6488 5691 or margaret.ritchie@uwa.edu.au

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