On Census Day: Everyone Counts!

During these challenging times, your voice is more critical than ever to ensure we fulfill our commitment to count every single person in California for the 2020 Census - our state's future depends on it. Fortunately, it has never been easier and more accessible to respond to the census on your own -- online, over the phone, or by mail!

This Wednesday, April 1st, take action to ensure that everyone gets counted on the 2020 Census and vital federal funds are secured for the next decade!
3 EASY ACTIONS TO PROMOTE THE CENSUS:
1. EMAIL BLAST:  Use this language to send an email or newsletter  to your employees and customers. Let them know it is safe and easy to complete the census, all answers are confidential, and citizenship status won't be asked.
2. SOCIAL MEDIA:  Share our short video   (featuring real business owner voices) and   sample census posts   on all your social media platforms! Don't forget to add the hashtags #2020Census and #BeCounted
3. REMINDERS:  Many of us are leading remote work at this time. Make sure to include reminders to complete the census in all you virtual team meetings! Refer to sample talking points in light of COVID-19. Also check out these posts on Facebook   and   Twitter !
To complete the 2020 Census
ONLINE: Visit  my2020census.gov . 
BY PHONE: Call 844-330-2020 (English)
New Resource for Small Businesses!  
Check out how small businesses can promote the census in the midst of a public health crisis. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter to receive more guidance on safe action steps you can take!

Already promoting the census? Share your story with Luis Moran at lmoran@readynation.org and you can be featured as a Census Business Champion!
Other Resources: Toolkits & Videos
For more information on the Coronavirus Disease 2019, please refer to the public health guidelines from the California Department of Public Health or visit census.ca.gov/covid19 . The U.S. Census Bureau has suspended 2020 Census field operations for two additional weeks to April 15, 2020.  Read their statement for more information.
Missed our last newsletter?
Click on the link to read our: March ReadyNation Census Newsletter
Questions?
For any inquiries on this newsletter, the 2020 Census, and/or assistance with business engagement, contact Magali Flores Núñez at mflores@readynation.org