Introduction to Mapping with QGIS
English
May 2025
0 ECTS
The overall objective is to equip you with basic technical skills to create custom maps using a free and open-source mapping software (QGIS). You will acquire the technical skill to visualize what is happening where. Mapping provides an interesting alternative to Excel or statistical software thereby exploring a new dimension of data. The course will teach you the basics of mapping, finding and understanding different geospatial data, visualizing data in line with standards and understanding how to analyze data. The course will explore how this visual data can support national policies, humanitarian programmes, environmental policies, international security and development work, among other applications.
Additionally you can book an optional 2hr session (Module 5), where you will learn:
- How to find and use popular functions of the data processing toolbox
- How to use animation to visualize time-lapse
- The basics of raster calculations
You will learn
to explain what types of data are used in a map and where to find them
how to import, export and visualize spatial data within QGIS
how to create custom maps with custom styles and export them in multiple formats
how to create maps independently in line with their individual concentrations
Target group
Staff of humanitarian NGOs, donors, IOs, UN agencies
Participants must have working laptops. QGIS works on Mac, Linux and Windows, QGIS does not work on Google Chrome books. Excel will also be required and should be installed ahead of time on computers.
Schedule
Module 1
Mapping terms and data, introduction to QGIS
Danielle Kitchingman-Roy
Lecturer
Danielle has eight years of experience in the humanitarian and development sector and works across a number of fields. She teaches QGIS to humanitarian professionals seeking to build new skills alongside conducting training on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) at the French Development Agency. She also conducts final evaluations for a variety of clients in numerous countries through primary data collection, in-person and remote learning workshops and technical support including the creation of infographics to summarize and display key information that target a wide audience.
Sources
120,00€
19.5.2025 - 27.5.2025
10 hours of training
Online Event
This training is organized by the Institute for International Law of Peace and Armed Conflict.
Staff of ADH member organizations can apply for fee reimbursement. Please check within your organizations regarding the internally announced procedure.