Statewide Database - The Redistricting Database for the State of California

Here is a step-by-step tutorial on how to use the COI tool for local redistricting processes! From describing your community to drawing it, the COI tool is an effective, easy-to-use tool for sharing your input about your community.
You can also follow along by watching the tutorial on our YouTube channel titled “COI Tool for Local Redistricting Processes” – link in bio!

Did you know you can use the Community of Interest Tool for local redistricting processes? Find the tutorial on how you can use the COI tool to participate in your local redistricting processes on our YouTube under the title "COI Tool for Local Redistricting Processes" – the link is in our bio!

Key resources and datasets for elections, redistricting, and district maps are now available on our website! Swipe through to learn about the different types of datasets we host on our site.

New year, new maps! Check out California's new statewide electoral district maps at https://statewidedatabase.org/2021_final_maps.html – find the link in our bio. Thank you to everyone who participated in CA's statewide redistricting process!

Did you know we are currently in the Line Drawing phase of the statewide redistricting process? This is the final stage in the process, and involves the collection of community input, as well as the drafting of district maps and Line Drawing meetings held by the Citizens Redistricting Commission . At the end of this stage, new district maps will be sent to the California Supreme Court to be finalized and certified.
Swipe to find out how you can still participate in this stage of California's redistricting!

At any of the six redistricting access centers open throughout the state, anyone can easily participate in the redistricting process and submit input about their community directly to the California Citizens Redistricting Commission (). We welcome walk-ins, but encourage anyone interested in visiting the centers to make an appointment to ensure we have a work space available for you. You can make an appointment at your nearest redistricting access center through the link in our bio.

You can now access the official redistricting data for cities, counties, and the entire state on our website! The link is in our bio.

Did you know you can have your voice heard in California's redistricting process from the comfort of your own home? Draw My CA Community, Draw My CA Districts, and Draw My CA QGIS are three online tools developed by Statewide Database through which Californians can participate in the statewide redistricting process.
Through using any of these free, web-based tools, you can submit your input directly to the Citizens Redistricting Commission. You can find these tools and learn more about them at the link in our bio!

We are excited to announce the opening of six Redistricting Access Centers across California! We invite all members of the public to visit any Redistricting Access Center and submit their input about their community to the California Citizens Redistricting Commission. Each location meets ADA Accessibility Standards and has staff available to help members of the public use the redistricting software. Access Centers are open on an appointment only basis - visit statewidedatabase.org for more info.
At this time, masks are required in the access centers. We hope to see you there!

Check out the August master list of the different zones that will be discussed during each Citizens Redistricting Commission (CRC) Statewide Community of Interest Input meeting. Reminders for each zone meeting will be updated in our story and saved under our "Zone Meetings" highlight.
Any changes or updates will also be posted to our story!

Missed out on any of the meetings last week, but want to stay updated? The Citizens Redistricting Commission will upload videos at wedrawthelines.ca.gov/viewer and transcripts at wedrawthelines.ca.gov/transcripts as soon as possible after all meetings.
Tap the link in bio for quick access to both resources!

Interested in using Draw My CA to create a community map to send to the commissioners? Check out the videos on our YouTube channel for in-depth walkthroughs of each feature. Link to our YouTube channel at the Link in Bio!

Check out the master list of the
different zones that will be discussed
during each Citizens Redistricting
Commission (CRC) Statewide
Community of Interest Input meetings.
Reminders for each zone meeting will
be updated in our story and saved
under our ""Zone Meetings"" highlight.
Any changes or updates will also be
posted to our story!

Want to participate in Citizens Redistricting Commisssion (CRC) meetings?
Tap the link in our bio to give public input at CRC meetings or send community input using Draw My CA Community.

On Monday, the 2020 Census numbers were released by the .
For the first time in its history, California will lose a congressional seat and will have 52 seats for the next 10 years.

The Statewide Database is looking for more people to fill our Redistricting Access GIS and Technical Support Analyst positions in locations throughout California and in fully remote capacities.
Ready to apply? Tap on the Link in Bio to find the online application!

Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) protects the voice of minority voters.
In order to argue that districts are drawn in a way that weaken the voice of minority
voters in that area, three conditions (also called "Gingles Conditions") must be met.

The Voting Rights Act (VRA) was signed into law on August 6, 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Since its passage, the VRA has proved essential in protecting voters across the United States.

Our tool helps you send info about your community to the Citizens Redistricting Commission (CRC).

Link in bio to read the CRC FAQ, " How do I describe my community?" for more info about how to thoroughly describe your community to the CRC.

Every 10 years, Californians have the opportunity to share the needs of their communities with the California Citizens Redistricting Commission for the purpose of their “effective and fair representation” in key political processes.

Swipe to read more!

Participating in the redistricting process empowers your community!

Make sure your community's shared interests and concerns are being heard by the Commission, whether its participating in CRC hearings or using the Draw My CA Community Tool.

Check out the Link in Bio for Resources!

We are excited for you to use our newly developed Draw My CA Community Tool to tell the Commission all they need to know about your community!

Visit the link in bio and select “Draw My CA Community Tool” to access it!

Read on to learn why independent redistricting is an important process in California!
Source: Citizens Redistricting Commission “Redistricting Basics”

Don’t miss out on Citizens Redistricting Commission meetings!

Missed out on any of the meetings last week, but want to stay updated? The Citizens Redistricting Commission will upload videos at wedrawthelines.ca.gov/viewer and transcripts at wedrawthelines.ca.gov/transcripts as soon as possible after all meetings.

The Statewide Database plays an important role in California’s redistricting process, as we prepare datasets used by the California Citizens Redistricting Commission and all redistricting bodies across the state! All of our data sets are free to use and can be found on our website – find the link in our bio!

Have you ever wondered how California’s redistricting process works, and who draws the lines? In August, the California Citizens Redistricting Commission was assembles to carry out this process following the 2020 Census. In 2021, the Commission will be required to approve new district maps for the state of California based on the data provided by the Statewide Database.

Are You ready to see our free data? Check out our Website at the Link in Bio!
Have any questions or need help accessing/using our data? Email [email protected] or call (510)-642-9086
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🖥️ We know that everyone has different data needs. That's why we provide our data in numerous data formats!
👆 Our data is only a tap away! Go to the Link in Bio to be directed to our free resources!
Have any questions or need help accessing/using our data? Email [email protected] or call (510)-642-9086
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We strive to keep our data as up-to-date and accurate as possible.
😊 Have questions about how to access our free resources? Email us at [email protected] or call us at 510-642-9086 !
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Our Data is FREE and accessible to the public.
😊 Visit our website at the Link in Bio and connect with us via email at [email protected] or call us at 510-642-9086 with questions about it!
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Visit our website at the Link in Bio and connect with us via email at [email protected] or call us at 510-642-9086 with questions about it! 😊
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👋 Everyone! We're the Statewide Database: dedicated to providing nonpartisan support and assistance to All interested in using our data.
Stay posted for more info in following weeks about the services we offer.
Visit our website at the Link in Bio and connect with us via email at [email protected] or call us at 510-642-9086 with questions! We're here to serve You! 😊
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Text: Q - What is the Statewide Database? A - The Statewide Database is California's redistricting database. The data we collect and process is used for California's decennial redistricting.
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Coming to you with some Statewide Database FAQ's
We're so excited to introduce ourselves and talk about who we are and our mission in the next few posts...so stay tuned!

September 30 is the Last Day to Complete Your Census!

Census Responses will determine Federal Funding for the Next 10 Years.

Complete your Form online at https://my2020census.gov/ or Call 844-330-2020 to Be Counted and ensure that your community will Receive the Federal Funding it Deserves!

Whether you're responding online, by phone, or by mail, your response to the will always be Safe and Secure.

With exactly 1 More Week to Respond to the Census, make sure you're Counted at https://my2020census.gov/ or Call 844-330-2020.

Results remain Completely Confidential Filling out the Form is Quick, Easy, and Safe.

Invest in your Future by heading to https://my2020census.gov/ or calling 844-330-2020
to answer 9 Simple Questions.

September 30 is the LAST Day to Complete the Census!
The Census is a quick and easy way to make a difference in Your Community. Just head to https://my2020census.gov/ or call 844-330-2020 to Be Counted!

Invest in Your Future and Be Counted in the !

Check out the infographic below to learn about the Services that rely on Census Counts to receive Federal Funding. Were you surprised?

Visit https://my2020census.gov/ or call 844-330-2020 to Be Counted, Today!

Could the stranger knocking at your door be a Census Taker?

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