The 2010 Census will be mailed or delivered to over 130 million households in March, but its never too early to start letting people in your community know about it! 

Here is what you should know:
The Census is a count of everyone living in the United States every 10 years. This year, 2010, is one of those critical years. Participation is not only mandatory, it is also crucial for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community because we are one of the fastest growing and traditionally undercounted populations. An accurate count through the census will allow for fair allocation of federal funding and political representation. Make yourself count by participating in the 2010 Census!

Find Out What's Happening With The Census Now

 General Census Factsheet
Sample Census Questionaire Form

        OCA's Work with the Census      

Since 1990, OCA has had a partnership with the Census Bureau.  As a Census Information Center (CIC) OCA works with the Census Bureau to make census information and data available to underserved communities that may not have access to census data through other means of the data dissemination network.  OCA also actively advocates community participation in the census through its local chapters.    

Importance of the Census to the APA Community

+ Census data directly affects how more than $300 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to communities for neighborhood improvements, public health, education, housing, transportation and much more.
+ Census data also affects where new businesses, nonprofit organizations and other governmental and non-governmental services are likely to set up shop.
+ The Census is used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, redistrict state legislatures, and define school district assignment areas and other important functional areas of government. 
+ Participation in the census is mandatory for any population group (regional or ethnic) to maximize the voice of its interests.

 More facts about the Census and the APA Community

Find out what you can do in your area!

Learn more about:
+ Census Partnership Organizations
+ Information/Assistance Centers
+ Complete Count Committees
+ Jobs at the Census