V-START is an invaluable data visualization tool that consolidates veteran demographic, education, socioeconomic, and unemployment data into a user-friendly interface that allows users to quickly analyze and explore geographic areas of interest to uncover trends and inform decisions related to veteran programs and services.
V-START is a valuable data visualization resource for anyone interested in understanding the current landscape for transitioning veterans. The tool can help transitioning service members, veterans, and military families make more informed choices post-service. Likewise, corporations, foundations, non-profits, and government agencies can all use the tool to inform data-driven decisions related to initiatives that will positively influence veterans and their families.
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County Comparison Dashboard
Compare three counties of interest across multiple variables, including veteran population, unemployment, & socioeconomic status.
State Unemployment by Age Dashboard
Presents veteran unemployment rate distribution across states & age population.
State Report Dashboard
Summarizes veteran demographics, labor, & education information for the state selected by the user.
County Unemployment by Age Dashboard
Presents veteran unemployment rate distribution across counties & age populations.
County/MSA – State Comparison Dashboard
Simultaneously compare a MSA/County with its corresponding state & the US across multiple variables, including veteran population, unemployment, & socioeconomic status.
V-START was developed by IVMF in collaboration with Deloitte to strengthen their collective commitment to support transitioning service members, veterans, and their families. To learn more about the strategic partnerships that helped form V-START, read Empowering Others with Data: The V-START Story. This whitepaper details an innovative new approach for nonprofits and companies to come together and solve difficult problems.
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