US Census Complete Count Campaign
Bishop Joel Konzen, who is currently the Administrator of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, recently signed a resolution creating a “Census 2020 Complete Count Campaign” to increase awareness and participation of Atlanta parishes in the 2020 Census. The U.S. Constitution requires a complete count of the nation’s population every 10 years. Census data impacts decisions at the national, state and local levels — from congressional representation to the annual allocation of more than $675 billion. These resources are essential to the well-being of all of our neighbors, supporting schools, hospitals, emergency services, etc.
Parishes that participate in the “Census 2020 Complete Count Campaign” educate their parishioners about the 2020 Census and encourage households to fill out their census forms. They help make sure that everyone living in the United States is counted once, and only once, and in the right place, including reaching hard-to-count members in the community. Parishes in communities that have historically been under-counted have the opportunity to help ensure that much needed and deserved federal funds reach them.
The Holy Name of Jesus Chinese Catholic Mission will be participating in the “Census 2020 Complete Count Campaign”. Mary Cheng is serving as our coordinator. More information about the 2020 Census will be coming soon.