# NACIS

- **Website:** <https://cartotalk.com>
- **Primary alias:** `cartotalk.com`

## Description

The North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS) is a vibrant community dedicated to the art and science of map-making. This society brings together map enthusiasts through annual meetings, online discussions, and a plethora of projects that advocate for excellent cartographic practices. NACIS is not just a forum; it’s a hub of innovation, featuring initiatives like the Atlas of Design, highlighting inspiring cartographic works, and the journal "Cartographic Perspectives," which shares groundbreaking research in the field. Members can access various resources, including the Natural Earth dataset, a comprehensive public domain map dataset that supports the creation of high-quality maps. The society also fosters engagement among students through competitions and awards, encouraging the next generation of cartographers to showcase their talents. With a mission grounded in collaboration, diversity, and education, NACIS invites all map lovers to join and contribute to this enriching environment, where creative and technical cartography meets community spirit.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Earth Sciences _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCxleHCzc6YynGbzJMWx6C7w)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/NACIS)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/nacis)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/nacisnews)

## Logos & icons

- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idToa9MFaX/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1741722913924)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shark | #252b32 | dark |
| Alto | #dddddd | light |

## Fonts

- Helvetica Neue — asset _(custom)_
- Helvetica Neue — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idToa9MFaX/w/1500/h/500/idbF0iXKF_.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1741722913750)

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