By now, it's clear that every person in our country must be counted every ten years in a census, for the purpose of representation and allocation of federal funds. The reach of the census is much wider and deeper than we thought. With something so crucial on the line what are the consequences of the citizenship question controversy and COVID-19?

Historically, the Census has had a substantial undercount for minority groups, reducing funding and representation for millions. Thousands of organizations and advocates across the country have spent several years planning thoughtful and engaging ways to eliminate undercounts and ensure everyone is included. Join us to learn about the innovative strategies towards getting 100% count, including from Hollywood comedian Maz Jobrani, Fair Count in Georgia, and political coalitions in California. After all, a person is a person no matter....

The origins of racism in our country can be traced back to the beginning of the U.S. Census. For centuries, its racial categories established a construct for how we define race. Fortunately, with the advent of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, a shift in how racial data was used began: from division and marginalization to empowerment and protection. Learn more about our imperfect history and the opportunities ahead.