IACT, along with the Indian Community Center (ICC), is working with the U.S. Census Department in its efforts to conduct a full, accurate count of the South Asian population in Austin metro area for the 2010 Census.
IT’S QUICK
Individuals and families will begin receiving Census 2010 forms in mid-March – the target date for completing these forms is April 1, 2010. Most census forms will contain approximately 10 non-intrusive questions that will take less than 10 minutes of your time.
IT’S SAFE
The Census is governed by strict laws regarding individual privacy and propriety of information collected. Even if you (or someone you know) have uncertainty regarding visa or residency status, please be sure to fill out the Census forms when you receive them. Your information will be kept confidential.
IT’S IMPORTANT
The data collected from the 2010 Census is used to draw state and federal legislative districts. Over $400 billion in federal spending is spent each year on infrastcuture and services (e.g., health care, job training, schools, transportation); these funds often are allocated based on Census data.
A full, accurate Census count is particularly important for a small, yet growing demographic – such as the Indian-American community — which has drastically grown since the 2000 Census. Your participation in the Census is essential to make sure that our community is properly represented and valued in the coming years.
Sincerely,
Ashwin Ghatalia, IACT President
on behalf of the IACT Board
For more information, please visit: http://2010.census.gov/2010census/index.php