Finding Census Data for Social Research: The Future of Census.Gov

• In Event: 2201 - Visual Media Presentations

Abstract

As the 2020 Census approaches, the Census Bureau is developing a new dissemination platform to provide a more intuitive, streamlined experience to access all data and content. This new paradigm in data dissemination is one where researchers will no longer need to know which tools to use – instead, they will simply start searching on census.gov to find statistics, maps, webpages, and other great Census Bureau products they need.

In this session, we will demo the new interactive site on data.census.gov, designed as a preview for users to provide feedback. Attendees will learn about the vision driving this change, and explore the platform’s latest tables, maps, and data visualizations in an easily digestible format. We will also encourage attendees to test drive the site and provide feedback to help make Census data easier to access when conducting sociological research.

Presentation Outline:
1) Vision for New Data Dissemination Platform (1-2 min)
2) Demo of Preview Site on data.census.gov (7-8 min)
3) Resources to Provide Feedback and Learn More (1 min)

Authors

• Tyson Weister, U.S. Census Bureau

• Tammy S Anderson, U.S. Census Bureau