Infographic series with community illustrations and information about MDH SHIP

Minnesota Department of Health

Visualizing the pillars of community health

Our work includes:

Client focus:

Illustrated infographics show the impact of community programs

We created a visual narrative to help MDH explain how the SHIP program is improving the health of Minnesotans. Through a series of infographics, templates, and an interactive Storymap, the designs show the breadth and impact of MDH’s work.

Minnesota Department of Health
Visit the Storymap
Infographic that illustrates a community supported by SHIP programs and solutions

A cohesive set of infographics explains the 4 pillars of MDH’s program and the research-based methods that support this work

Infographic with details about one pillar of SHIP

The SHIP Storymap makes geographic data accessible and highlights success stories from local programs.

Laptop showing SHIP online Storymap that features success stories throughout Minnesota

Take a tour of the StoryMap

PowerPoint slides that partners can use to share their own facts and statistics

Editable PowerPoint templates give partners the flexibility to customize infographic layouts and content to their needs

Background Stories’ infographics enlivened what would otherwise have been a word-dense document. THANK YOU for making our visual storytelling more engaging and informative!

Susan Thurston-Hamerski, Minnesota Department of Health Communications Coordinator

Explore related projects:

Microsite created for Age-Friendly Minnesota

Outlining the path to a more age-inclusive society

Turning data into dialogue for a more equitable east metro

Data visualizations created in collaboration with Ecotone Analytics

Using data visualization to reveal social impact