2020 Inclusive Leadership Temple University LGBQT The US Census Philly Counts Greg DeShields
The U.S. Census, short for the United States Census, is a decennial population count conducted by the United States Census Bureau, which is a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The primary purpose of the census is to collect demographic and statistical information about the population of the United States. The U.S. Census is conducted every ten years, as mandated by the United States Constitution. Its main objectives include: Population Count: The census aims to count every person living in the United States, regardless of citizenship status or legal residency. This includes individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Demographic Data: In addition to population counts, the census collects various demographic data, such as age, sex, race, ethnicity, household size, and housing characteristics. This information provides a comprehensive snapshot of the nation's population and helps government agencies, businesses, researchers, and policymakers make informed decisions. Representation and Apportionment: Census data is used to determine the allocation of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives among the states through a process known as apportionment. It also helps redraw congressional and legislative district boundaries in a process called redistricting, ensuring equal representation for all citizens. Funding Allocation: Census data is used to distribute billions of dollars in federal funding to states, counties, and local communities for various programs and services, such as education, healthcare, transportation, housing, and social services. Accurate population counts help ensure that resources are allocated equitably based on need. The U.S. Census employs various methods to collect data, including self-response surveys mailed to households, door-to-door interviews by census enumerators, and online responses. Participation in the census is mandatory by law, and responses are confidential and protected by strict privacy laws.
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2020 Inclusive Leadership Temple University LGBQT The US Census Philly Counts Greg DeShields
- 1. Greg DeShields Executive Director, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau PHL Diversity Chair, LBGTQ Sub-Committee City of Philadelphia Philly Counts The 2020 Census: Inside the Battle to Get LGBTQ Americans Counted “If you don’t participate, then you are invisible”
- 2. The 2020 Census: Inside the Battle to Get LGBTQ Americans Counted “If you don’t participate, then you are invisible” AGENDA Welcome and Introduction PHL Diversity a Commercial What is the Census Why is the Census Important What is a Census Undercount How does the Census Benefit my Community What is the LGBTQ Sub-Committee When does the 2020 Census Officially Start How can I respond to the 2020 Census College Student and the US Census
- 13. LGBTQ Sub-Committee This committee will promote census participation within the LGBTQ community by hosting: • Educational Seminars • Creating and Distributing Promotional Materials • Coordinating Activities throughout the City
- 14. LGBTQ Sub-Committee • Develop and Implement Strategies for Philadelphia marginalized residents to participate and complete the census • Support Census Bureau Recruitment of Enumerators • Support Volunteer Engagement • Develop Earned, Paid and Social Media Strategies
- 15. Our Action Plan
- 16. Language used to address Gender Identity Question (Fact Based Talking Points) Gender identity One's innermost concept of self as male, female, a blend of both or neither – how individuals perceive themselves and what they call themselves. One's gender identity can be the same or different from their sex assigned at birth Transgender An umbrella term for people whose gender identity and/or expression is different from cultural expectations based on the sex they were assigned at birth. Being transgender does not imply any specific sexual orientation. Therefore, transgender people may identify as straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, etc. Legal Documents Driver’s License policies govern the process by which a person can change the gender marker on their driver’s license. Birth Certificate laws govern the process by which a state changes (or refuses to change) a gender marker on a person’s birth certificate.
- 18. Today
- 20. Inclusive Leadership Conference 2020 The 2020 Census: Inside the Battle to Get LGBTQ Americans Counted
- 21. Next Steps – March 12th, 2020 MEET Philadelphia’s Office of LGBT Affairs NEW Executive Director Celena Morrison
- 30. THANK YOU!
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- Standing committees are an essential and practical part of PHL Diversity Advisory Board structure to manage work. Committee Co-Chairs provide actual leadership to the committee. Smaller groups are more focused and efficient addressing issues than the full board. Committee scope of work is clearly defined engaging members special skills and expertise to create/provide counseling and advice for PHL Diversity Advsiory board.