Census 2020
The 2020 Census is happening now. You can respond online, by phone, or by mail.
The time to be counted is now. The 2020 Census count will shape our future for decades to come. Census data is used to apportion federal funding and congressional representation. Census data is also used to determine funding for new schools, hospitals, roads and more. Respond to the 2020 Census to ensure that our communities receive the resources they need and deserve!
You may have received an invitation to respond to the 2020 Census, delivered to your home, between March 12-20. These official Census Bureau mailings include detailed information and a Census ID for completing the Census online. The 2020 Census asks a few simple questions about you and everyone who is or will be living in your home on April 1, 2020. If you did not receive the invitation by mail or to start the 2020 Census online click here: https://my2020census.gov.
Every decade, the Census misses or undercounts hundreds of thousands of marginalized people, including low-income people, Black people, queer people, and very young children. At the same time, it over counts, or double counts, hundreds of thousands of people with the most privilege, including the white population, homeowners, and wealthy people. This is among the many reasons why the National Black Justice Coalition is working in partnership with other organizations to ensure that every member of our community is counted. That includes YOU!
We’ve heard a number of concerns regarding data protection and privacy. Considering who is “in charge” of the administration at present, who can blame anyone for being concerned? Watch this video for more information about how your Census data is protected, for some time to come.
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Completing the Census is quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire takes about 10 minutes to complete.
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It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. Watch the video for more information.
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Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
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Completing the census has never been easier and more accessible. You can respond to the census online, over the phone, or by mail.
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Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government, among other things.
Find out more at OurCount.org
2020 Census Calendar (Important Dates To Remember)
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March 30 - April 1: The Census Bureau will count people who are experiencing homelessness. As part of this process, the Census Bureau counts people in shelters, at soup kitchens and mobile food vans, on the streets, and at non-sheltered, outdoor locations such as tent encampments.
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April 1: Census Day is observed.
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When you respond to the census, you'll tell the Census Bureau where you live as of April 1, 2020.
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April: Census takers were scheduled to begin visiting college students who live on campus, people living in senior centers, and others who live among large groups of people. They were also scheduled to follow up with households that have not yet responded during this period. The Census Bureau is actively revisiting this plan in light of COVID-19.
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May - July: Census takers will begin visiting homes that haven't responded to the 2020 Census to help make sure everyone is counted. COVID-19 protocols are being established and implemented to protect health and ensure safety.
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December: The Census Bureau will deliver apportionment counts to the President and Congress as required by law.
For information about how COVID-19 is impacting the 2020 Census visit this link
For more information about the 2020 Census and to see if Executive Director Johns’ answers your Census questions watch this video produced by the Census Bureau.
March 23rd through March 29th is Black Census Week. Visit our partners at the NAACP to learn more about the campaign using this link: https://naacp.org/2020-census/
You can find additional 2020 Census resources from our partners at the LGBTQ Taskforce and the Queering the Census Campaign here: https://www.thetaskforce.org/queerthecensus/census-resources.html.
