Why Should I Participate in GIS Day?
GIS Day is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your work. It provides a forum for teaching others about the significant contribution this important technology is making in their lives and communities each day.
The benefits of participating in GIS Day are great and differ, depending upon your position and personal experiences.
Learn how GIS Day is playing a powerful role in creating geographic awareness throughout our world. 
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Benefits for GIS Professionals
- Promotion of your organization's GIS use to outside audiences
- Better community understanding of the value of your products and services
- Introduction of GIS to new prospects (realizing new clients and customers)
- Participation in GIS educational initiatives and community service projects
- Establishment of mentor relationships with local youth
Benefits for Educators
- Expose your students to cutting edge technology (GIS)
- Help students understand real-world problems using data analysis
- Develop appropriate curriculum that will keep students' interest
- Prepare and point your students toward GIS jobs and career options
- Share information across multiple disciplines and promote a holistic approach to learning
- Build alliances with other schools and organizations
Benefits for Students
- Proficiency with GIS technology
- Relationships with instructors and industry professionals (mentor/protégée relationships)
- Vision of, and information about, career options and potential career paths