Social and Behavioral Sciences Commons^™

The Future Of Human Trafficking Legislation: A Policy Analysis, Zoe E. Hunt

Posters-at-the-Capitol

Current legislation and policies are not effective enough to fight human trafficking as it continues to change and evolve worldwide. Human trafficking is not just sex trafficking; labor trafficking, organ trafficking, people smuggling, and forced criminal activities. This evolving and changing global issue continues to grow into a highly profitable "business." Overseas, many countries struggle to handle this issue, and some countries do not handle it at all. The United States has a major human trafficking problem that will continue to worsen unless there is a change in the government. The U.S. Congress should be more focused on the growing …

What We Know (And What We Don't): The Impact Of Covid-19 Among Communities Of Color In Nebraska, Barbara Gomez-Aguinaga

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

As the state of Nebraska moves forward to reopen after the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, more information is needed to assess the extent to which COVID-19 has affected minority groups. This presentation evaluates the data released by the state on the cases of COVID-19 and deaths from the virus, how often it is updated, and how it can be improved to inform policy decisions to reduce the disproportionate impacts of COVID-19 on communities of color in Nebraska, which is one of the states with the highest health disparities in COVID-19 cases among racial groups.

A New Reality? Evaluating State And Local Finances, Craig Maher, Christopher Decker, Josie Gatti Schafer, Bruce Mcdonald

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

This panel will focus on tools and resources for examining state and local government finances and economic conditions. We will emphasize tools that are easily manageable and resources easily accessible. These data sources include but are not exclusively available via the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Latest Economic Data And Tools From The Census Bureau, Andy Hait

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

While some of the Census Bureau’s 130+ programs have been around for decades, the ever-changing nature of our economy often requires the creation of new surveys. This presentation will start with an update on the Economic Census data for Nebraska. Then move to three brand new Census business surveys: the Annual Business Survey, the Small Business Pulse Survey, and the updated Business Formation Statistics. Easily accessing these data is important, so the session will feature live demos of the latest version of Census Business Builder as well as the new COVID-19 Data Hub. Bring your burning economic data questions to …

Nebraska State And Local Population Trends, David J. Drozd

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

Nebraska’s population is changing. This session will focus on key demographic aspects, such as aging, increasing diversity, and comparisons between urban and rural Nebraska. Highlights will include information from the population estimates program, which shows changes since 2010 and what the 2020 Census data might indicate, as well as a focus on birth and death trends from the completed 2010s decade and their implications for schools or the workforce.

2020 Data Products And The Basics And Potential Impacts Of Differential Privacy, James Whitehorne, Elizabeth Garner

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

The Census Bureau is rethinking the way it will produce and release the data from 2020 Census. There are concerns that personal information could be discovered given current computing power, other data sources, and Census 2020 results. Currently the Bureau is working to balance data privacy with high quality data products. This presentation will present the basics of the Disclosure Avoidance System including applying differential privacy and its impacts on data quality, what the data user community needs to know, and how to be prepared. The session will focus on 2020 data products with a special emphasis on the redistricting …

Stand Up And Be Counted, Kimberly Smith

Black Issues Conference

“Stand Up and Be Counted”- The presentation spotlights the US Census over 200 years, the American minority by the numbers, and wielding the 2020 census as a tool for the next decade of minority political and social empowerment.

Presenter: Kimberly Smith, MBA

Company: US Census Bureau

This workshop is designed to improve the awareness of civic responsibilities and participation in the decennial 2020 census. The information discussed will educate the audience on the history and process of the census, as well as, the impact of census data on minority communities.

Format:

The presentation will begin with census introductory information and …

2020 Census And The Bureau's New Data Portal -- Data.Census.Gov, Dennis Johnson, Kanin Reese

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

PART I. The Census Bureau has redesigned and recently unveiled a new tool for accessing their data data.census.gov In this live demonstration, you will see how to use the new system, and view new features. The portal will replace American FactFinder. PART II: Every 10 years the Census Bureau counts every person and household in the United States. This session will cover the 2020 Census, including geographic programs, partnership activities, timeline, job recruitment, and discussion of the new online option to complete the decennial census questionnaire.

Black And Hispanic Trends In Omaha And Nebraska Panel Discussion, David J. Drozd, Lissette Aliaga-Linares, Willie Barney

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

The demographic face of Nebraska is changing, as the population becomes more diverse. See the trends regarding educational attainment, unemployment, income/poverty, homeownership and other key factors for the state's two largest minority population groups. Learn how Omaha and Nebraska have recovered since the recession and how statistics for our local areas compare to minority population groups in other places. See the best way to calculate a state or top 100 metro area ranking on a specific measure and how you can easily compile figures by race to show disparities and how they have changed over time.

Information For Grant Writers Or Data Users, Katie Springer

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

Statistical information for proposals and projects is needed frequently. This session is a must for those interested in a broad spectrum of data and information, covering how to find, interpret, organize, and utilize demographic and socio-economic data to support grant applications and other important work. Various governmental sources of such data will be highlighted. This session has been very popular and in high demand in the past.

Library Resources In The Digital Age, Katie Springer, James T. Shaw, Lissette Aliaga-Linares

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

When you need some information, your local library is a good place to start. Today's libraries may still have books and printed reference materials, but that's far from all they have to offer. From subscriptions to statistical databases, to tutorials and support in finding and accessing information, today's libraries offer a wealth of information in electronic and downloadable formats. This session, led by three experts in the field, will cover a powerful new program called Social Explorer, which allows users to access and map current and historical Census data (think American FactFinder but with data extending back further in time). …

Plenary Session: Best Practices In Working With Data, Jerry Deichert

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

Data use has several aspects as you move a project from start to finish. Learning what data is available or the best to use, accessing it, compiling or organizing it, displaying it, presenting it, and sometimes answering questions about it are all parts of the process. This session will cover how to make the best decisions regarding the data, tips and tricks in data analysis, and common mistakes or pitfalls to avoid. Everyone will benefit from these key items discussed, learned from working on a variety of projects, to illustrate the do's and don't's of working with data.

Census Overview: Basics, Acs And Estimates, Jerry Deichert

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

Unfamiliar with Census data or first time attending the conference? No problem -- start your day with this session designed for beginners or as a refresher to bring you up to speed. We will cover census concepts such as race versus ethnicity, geographic types, when to use data from each amjor census program, data accuracy versus timeliness tradeoffs, various data products designed to meet specific needs, and how population estimates are valuable now that we're moving further away from the 2010 Census year. It is highly recommended that those with limited past exposure with Census data and its many terms …

Migration Data And Brain Train Trends And Impacts Panel Discussion, Jennifer Zarek, David J. Drozd, Jill Heese

CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact

Nebraska has historically suffered from a net outmigration of residents. In more recent decades, while the state has been able to achieve net inmigration overall, it still has net losses domestically with other states, specifically among non-Hispanic Whites and those with higher education. This has led to a shortage of skilled workers in key fields, an issue cited repeatedly as a top concern for area businesses and policy makers. See the numbers and trends, learn the strengths and weaknesses of various data sources and ways to analyze this issue, and the impacts that outmigration has. Our panel of experts includes …