Massachusetts 2020 Census

Complete Count Committees are partnerships between state and local governments, community based organizations, faith-based groups, schools, businesses, the media, and others that will work together to promote the 2020 Federal Census. Complete Count Committees will be able to incorporate local knowledge, influence, and resources to educate residents on the importance of getting a complete count in the 2020 Federal Census.

Local Complete Count Committees are usually formed by the highest elected official in that municipality. The committee should represent a cross section of the community and help implement a creative outreach campaign in areas that may pose a challenge in 2020. Members could include persons from the areas of education, media, business, religion, and community groups.

Now! It’s never too early. Starting early will ensure a better understanding of the census process, thus increasing community willingness to be a part of the successful census count in 2020.

We are forming Complete Count Committees throughout the state to work with community groups to encourage participation in the 2020 Federal Census. The goal is to work with community leaders and activists to inform, educate, and encourage residents to complete the 2020 Federal Census form in areas that could be under-counted, such as:

•  Non-English speakers
•  Limited proficiency in English
•  Renters
•  Young adults
•  Residency in rural or geographically isolated areas

The primary focus of a Complete Count Committee is to promote the 2020 Federal Census in a particular community to ensure that every resident in that area is counted. Local community members are most qualified to understand the best way to reach all populations that reside in their area.