The document discusses the Data for a Cause Challenge, which is organized to bring together non-profits, NGOs, and data visualization professionals. Participants are given data related to important social and environmental issues and asked to create visualizations to raise awareness. One topic is deforestation trends worldwide, with data provided by Global Forest Watch, an online forest monitoring platform. The winner of the challenge will have their work recognized and help organizations spread awareness of important causes through data visualization. Participants are encouraged to join and use their skills to do good while improving their portfolios.