# Segment 2: Understanding Civic Data Ecosystems

This segment provides an overview of how to understand, approach, and work with the people and organizations that are connected to civic data, with a focus on ecosystem mapping, partnership building, and community needs assessment.

## Segment 2 Modules

* [Module 2.1: Identifying Civic Data Intermediaries](https://civic-switchboard.gitbook.io/education-series/segment-2-understanding-civic-data-ecosystems/module-2.1-identifying-civic-data-intermediaries)
* [Module 2.2: Introduction to Civic Data Ecosystems](https://civic-switchboard.gitbook.io/education-series/segment-2-understanding-civic-data-ecosystems/module-2.2-introduction-to-civic-data-ecosystems)
* [Module 2.3: Assessing the Civic Data Needs of Communities](https://civic-switchboard.gitbook.io/education-series/segment-2-understanding-civic-data-ecosystems/module-2.3-assessing-the-civic-data-needs-of-communities)