Data Visualization Society

Nightingale magazine is the journal of the data visualization society, with print issues and a digital publication (nightingaledvs.com) with multiple new articles a month. The journal supports the core nonprofit aim of the society by providing a central repository for data visualization learning, inspiration, knowledge, and recommendations aligned with the strategic aims of the organization to celebrate, nurture, and advance the field. The expenses associated with the magazine include author and illustrator stipends, part-time editors who function as contractors for the organization, printing and shipping costs for disseminating the journal, and maintenance costs for the digital site. Revenue is generated through the sale of the magazine and sponsored content.

Membership tiers enable the data visualization society to offer different offerings, including mentorship, course discounts, digital journal access, and more to dues-paying members. The membership structure aligns with industry standards for nonprofit professional associations with the aim of building community and promoting knowledge sharing within a specialized field. Dues-paying members also serve as voting members in the organization, overseeing the passage of any bylaw amendments and the annual nomination and confirmation of new directors. Expenses include costs related to managing the member portal and membership data, member-related communications, and part-time paid contributors to member-serving programs. Revenue is generated through membership dues.