NANAY and Asian American Federation of Florida Partner To Promote 2010 Census
Miami, Florida – February 4, 2010
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the Asian population is one of the fastest growing populations in the United States, particularly in Florida, thereby outpacing growth of the general U.S. population between 1990 and 2000.
“As the number of Asian individuals in Florida continues to grow, it is important for us to understand our changing population so that we know how to provide and obtain the best services, resources and programs to meet the needs of our community,” says Dr. Joy Bruce, President of NANAY Inc. and also President of the Asian American Federation of Florida.
“To help ensure that we have an accurate picture of the Asian population in our community, both NANAY and the Asian American Federation of Florida are partnering with the Census Bureau during the 2010 Census to raise awareness and encourage participation. A complete and accurate count of the Asian population will help improve our community and can make a significant difference in the quality of life for our neighbors, our families and our community. “
Census data directly affect how more than $400 billion in annual federal funding is distributed to state, local and tribal governments – including funding that impacts the community. Census data also:
· Help leaders identify where to build new roads, schools, hospitals and important community initiatives and programs important to the Asian population, such as education and English-language programs.
· Aid local emergency services responders in reacting efficiently in times of need, thanks to better maps and information.
· Identify areas where Asians might need services of particular importance to certain racial or ethnic groups, such as screening for heart disease, strokes or diabetes.
In March 2010, every household will receive a 2010 Census form with just 10 questions. Please complete and return your form when it arrives. Census workers will visit households that do not return forms to take a count in person.
Every person in the United States must be counted. This includes people of all ages, races, ethnic groups, citizens and noncitizens. For more information about the 2010 Census, including the availability of language assistance and other assistance programs, visit 2010census.gov. Please send your 2010 Census form back today.
10 Questions, 10 Minutes to Help Improve Our Community
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a nationwide census – a count of every person in the United States. The next of these historic events will take place in 2010, and is our opportunity to define who we are as members of the Asian community. Accurate representation of our diverse population in the 2010 Census will help improve our community and can make a significant difference in the quality of our lives.
The census is an easy, important and safe way to make a difference in your community.
The census is easy. One of the shortest census forms in history, the 2010 Census form asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete.
The census is important. Census data guide decisions that can help improve services to our community, including schools, hospitals and housing.
The census is safe. Participation in the census is required for all citizens and noncitizens, and confidentiality is protected. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents’ answers with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities. All Census Bureau employees take an oath of nondisclosure and are sworn for life to protect the confidentiality of the data. The penalty for unlawful disclosure is a fine of up to $250,000 or imprisonment of up to five years, or both.
Census forms will be delivered or mailed to households in March 2010; households should complete and mail back their forms upon receipt. Census workers will visit households that do not return forms to take a count in person.
The Asian American Federation of Florida, with its more than 70 member organizations across the State including NANAY, is encouraging everyone to be counted, by filling out and returning the Census forms. The Florida Asian Census Initiative is funded by Asian American Justice Center.
For more information, Contact:
Dr. Joy Bruce (joybruce@aol.com)
President, Asian American Federation of Florida
President, NANAY, Inc. (National Alliance to Nurture the Aged and the Youth)
www.asianamericanfederation.org
www.nanay.com
www.fillinourfuture.orgwww.2010.census.gov
The NRFU phase, which stands for “Non-Response Follow-Up,” is the last in the Census process and represents the final push to collect Census information. The NRFU campaign encourages households who have not returned their Census form to welcome and cooperate with the Census taker that may knock on their door. Messaging for the NRFU campaign assures all that Census takers are sworn to secrecy and that they are there to help.
The NRFU phase, which stands for “Non-Response Follow-Up,” is the last in the Census process and represents the final push to collect Census information. The NRFU campaign encourages households who have not returned their Census form to welcome and cooperate with the Census taker that may knock on their door. Messaging for the NRFU campaign assures all that Census takers are sworn to secrecy and that they are there to help.
The NRFU phase, which stands for “Non-Response Follow-Up,” is the last in the Census process and represents the final push to collect Census information. The NRFU campaign encourages households who have not returned their Census form to welcome and cooperate with the Census taker that may knock on their door. Messaging for the NRFU campaign assures all that Census takers are sworn to secrecy and that they are there to help.
The NRFU phase, which stands for “Non-Response Follow-Up,” is the last in the Census process and represents the final push to collect Census information. The NRFU campaign encourages households who have not returned their Census form to welcome and cooperate with the Census taker that may knock on their door. Messaging for the NRFU campaign assures all that Census takers are sworn to secrecy and that they are there to help.
The NRFU phase, which stands for “Non-Response Follow-Up,” is the last in the Census process and represents the final push to collect Census information. The NRFU campaign encourages households who have not returned their Census form to welcome and cooperate with the Census taker that may knock on their door. Messaging for the NRFU campaign assures all that Census takers are sworn to secrecy and that they are there to help.
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