Measuring Progress, Inspiring Action is a project by MAP AZ Dashboard that aims to improve Southern Arizona through data-driven collective civic action and education. The website provides users with indicators of the region's progress and access to the latest information and research. It fills a gap by offering a common collection of data to evaluate the community and collaborate on addressing shared issues.

The website covers 36 socio-economic indicators grouped into six categories: Economy, Education, Health & Social Well-being, Infrastructure, Quality of Place, and Workforce & Demographics. Users can explore these indicators, compare Southern Arizona's performance to other regions such as the U.S., states in the West, and select metropolitan areas.

The platform encourages users to make informed decisions based on the data provided. It helps prioritize issues, shape effective policies, seek external funding opportunities, drive business decisions, and build collaborations for positive change in Southern Arizona. The project is sponsored by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, Pima Association of Governments, Southern Arizona Leadership Council, and the University of Arizona.

For more information or specific inquiries about the data available on the site, users can connect with researchers or explore additional resources provided on the MAP AZ Dashboard.