Texas Census Institute

Texas missed over 500,000 people in the 2020 Census and stands to lose ~$25 Billion in federal funds as a result. To better understand this issue, read our most recent report. #texascensus Angela Broyles Francisco Castellanos-Sosa, Ph.D. Amy Desler Regina Nippert https://lnkd.in/gpYz-_eA

?? Event Recap: August 2024 Census Roundtable in the Rio Grande Valley On August 22, 2024, the Texas Census Institute co-hosted a vital roundtable discussion in partnership with the US Census Bureau, LUPE, RGV FOCUS, and the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation. This event brought together local stakeholders to discuss the importance of the census and regional collaboration ahead of the 2030 Census. ? Key Highlights: Collaboration is Key: Strong partnerships are essential for boosting census participation and ensuring accurate data collection in the RGV. Census Drives Economic Growth: Accurate census counts directly impact funding and economic development in the region. Learning from 2020: Leveraging insights from the 2020 Census will help improve strategies for future participation. Data Tools for Outreach: Attendees emphasized using Census Bureau tools to maximize outreach and engagement. Hosts and Speakers included: Angela Broyles, Texas Census Institute Brian De Vos, US Census Bureau Christie Hernandez, US Census Bureau Tania Chavez, LUPE Judy Quisenberry, Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation Rebeca Lopez, RGV Focus This event was just the beginning of our efforts to prepare South Texas for a more accurate census in 2030. ?? Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gHPr-nak #Census2024 #RGV #CensusCollaboration #TexasCensus #Census2030 #CommunityEngagement #EconomicGrowth

????Dr Jeanine Abrams McLean, PhD, so much to learn from you and share—as we work on expanding civic participation to improve our census count through digital inclusion in South Texas! La Union Del Pueblo Entero and Texas Census Institute, and others in the Rio Grande Valley Broadband Coalition, Connect Humanity, are deeply engaged in this effort!

We just wrapped an incredible trip to the Rio Grande Valley where we attended the VALLEY BAPTIST LEGACY FOUNDATION Funding Forum and co-hosted a Census Roundtable event with La Union Del Pueblo Entero, RGV FOCUS, and the US Census Bureau. The energy and commitment of this region is inspiring! Thanks to the many wonderful organizations that contributed to the conversation. #texas #census #collectiveimpact

We are pleased to share that Francisco Castellanos-Sosa, Ph.D., our Senior Research Associate, was accepted to present on the Economic Impact of the 2020 Census Undercount in Texas at the 2024 Southern Demographic Association Annual Meeting. This year, the meeting will be held in Savannah, GA on October 16-18, 2024. Francisco’s presentation will be part of a session titled Implications of 2020 U.S. Census Accuracy, organized and chaired by William P. O’Hare. Other experts on the topic, including those from the U.S. Census Bureau, will also present their latest research in the session.? Collectively and individually, these experts are helping to elevate the importance of the census on states and communities around the country.?If you are interested in discussing this or other census-related topics, feel free to reach out. Our team would love to hear from you. To learn more about the undercount in Texas and its implications for our economy, follow us on LinkedIn! #Texas #Census

Congratulations, Angela Broyles! We are thrilled to share that you have been appointed to the US Census Advisory Committee, where you will represent Texas and our unique challenges and opportunities for counting our population in the run up to the 2030 Census. https://lnkd.in/gHN82KRz

The West Texas counties of Brewster, Jeff Davis, Pecos, and Presidio were selected for the 2026 Census Test! Check out our most recent blog to see how this region compares to the rest of the state. https://lnkd.in/gM3j7UCw As one of the few states with an undercount, this represents an excellent opportunity for the US Census Bureau to test out strategies for reaching Texas' expansive rural population.

Did you know that more than 1 million children ages 0 to 4 were not counted in the 2020 Census? About 150,000 of those children are from TEXAS. ? Read our recent blog and research paper to learn why this issue is important. Follow us to stay informed on our latest research and events! #Texas #Census https://lnkd.in/g-gqbHZu

?? Join us for an important webinar on the crucial role of census data! ?? We are excited to announce that our Senior Research Associate, Francisco Castellanos-Sosa, Ph.D., will be presenting at a webinar hosted by Project On Government Oversight (POGO) and Census Counts. This event will explore how states use census data to advocate for increased census participation and funding at the state level, including engaging with the state budget processes to acquire equitable funding. The webinar will feature speakers from: Texas Census Institute Maryland Center on Economic Policy Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) ?? Date: June 26, 2024 ?? Time: 12:00 PM CT Don't miss this opportunity to learn how we can ensure a fair and accurate census count. Your participation can make a difference in advocating for the resources our communities need. ?? Register now via this link: https://lnkd.in/gTWWu8hk

It was wonderful to see so many friends and colleagues this week at the Texas Demographic Center's conference. Thanks to Lloyd B. Potter, Monica Cruz, Ph.D., and Helen Xou for hosting us. On Wednesday, our Executive Director, Angela Broyles, moderated a panel on the American Community Survey in Texas, exploring the numerous ways this valuable tool is critical for our state. Thank you to Awais Azhar from Housing Works Austin, Holly Heard from Texas 2036, Lonnie Hunt from Deep East Texas Council of Governments & Economic Development District, and Patrick Jankowski from Greater Houston Partnership for serving as panelists. On Thursday, our team hosted a session on the Economic Impact of the 2020 Undercount and Opportunities for 2030. Thank you to Francisco Castellanos-Sosa, Ph.D. and Amy Desler for sharing these insights. #texascensus Regina Nippert Brishonne Tollie, MPA Jacqueline Menjivar