Indiana Kids Count! The 2020 Census @ Your Library

Event Details

This event has passed. The archived recording can be found here: https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/indiana-kids-count-the-2020-census-your-library-1-leu/

Why is the 2020 Census important for kids?

Children under 5 were the most undercounted part of the U.S. population in the 2010 Census, and between 2000 and 2010, the undercount was worse rather than better. If we don’t have a complete and accurate count of the young children in our communities, federal and state programs that benefit these kids don’t receive the right amount of funding they need to operate.

23% of people recorded in Indiana in the last census were ages 18 and under. That’s a major part of our population that requires an accurate count. You can help!

This webinar will explain the basics of the census and why it’s important. We’ll share ideas for reading, programs, and activities you can implement now for your library, leading up to mid-March, when every household will receive an invitation to fill out the 2020 Census!

This webinar is worth 1 LEU.

Register here: https://instlibrary.adobeconnect.com/e9qzbmew1fz5/event/registration.html

Test your computer to make sure you have all the required Adobe add-ins to participate in the webinar before the webinar begins. See http://www.in.gov/library/files/Adobe_Diagnostic.pdf for instructions.

LOG IN on the scheduled day and time at: https://instlibrary.adobeconnect.com/e9qzbmew1fz5/event/login.html

The Indiana State Library will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. If you require an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in this program, service, or activity of the Indiana State Library, please contact the agency's ADA Coordinator, Faye Brookins (FBrookins@spd.IN.gov or [317) 233-1184]). Notice of a needed accommodation should be provided as soon as possible to allow time for the State Library to arrange for the accommodation; however, notice of a needed accommodation must be provided to one of the above contacts no later than 48 hours in advance.

Event Type(s): ISL Webinar

Presenter: Katie Springer, Indiana State Library

Beth Yates, Children's Consultant

byates@library.in.gov