UCLA report finds US Census and OMB racial data collection methods inadequate for accurately representing Latinos, particularly Afro-Latinos.

A UCLA report reveals that current US Census and OMB racial and ethnic data collection methods fail to accurately represent the lived experiences of Latinos, particularly Afro-Latinos. These methods can lead to ineffective policy development and resource allocation. The report recommends adding a "street race" or perceived race question to the census and defining demographic parameters more clearly to improve data collection accuracy.

August 08, 2024
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