Counting Young Children in the 2020 Census
About 1 million children under age 5 were not counted in the last U.S. Census. For the 2020 Census, everyone’s help is needed to close that gap. In Arizona, early childhood supporters are sharing the message that the census is easy, safe and important to encourage more families to respond when their invitation arrives in March. Responding to the 2020 Census ensures needed resources are provided for babies, toddlers and preschoolers and their communities for the next 10 years. Newborn…