June 2024
Compass Insights
Four-part series
A picture of LGBTQ+ Minnesotans

It's not been easy to get accurate data about the nation's LGBTQ+ population, but that is changing as U.S. Census Bureau survey tools and other surveys ask more questions about sexual orientation and gender identity. In honor of Pride Month, IT analyst Megan Chmielewski brings together the data available to paint a picture of LGBTQ+ Minnesotans.

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Compass Quiz
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's Household Pulse Survey, about what percentage of Minnesota's population identifies as LGBTQ+?
Immigrant Heritage Month
Immigrant data

Minnesota Compass provides data about Minnesota's immigrant population and 21 immigrant groups. Visit our Data by Immigrant Group page.
Data user story

African Economic Development Solutions (AEDS) works to counteract economic disparities experienced by African immigrants in Minnesota. Data compiled from Compass data helped demonstrate the need for more economic programs for this population. Read about AEDS and how they use data for their programs and for advocacy.
Insights

In last month's Insights article, “The importance of data disaggregation: Minnesota's Asian communities,” we looked in part at the many paths Asian Minnesotans took to settle in the state. The article shows how quality-of-life outcomes differ across Minnesota’s Asian cultural communities, and how these outcomes often are correlated with specific communities’ social, economic, and political history.

Compass in the Media
Red Lake Nation College opens in Minneapolis

KARE-11 was at Red Lake Nation College in Minneapolis on June 6 to mark the opening of the first tribal college in an urban setting. "According to Minnesota Compass, about 44% of the ... American Indian population [within the state of Minnesota] lives in the Twin Cities, yet there wasn't a tribal college." The college offers a curriculum "grounded in Ojibwe language and culture." According to College President Dan King, about 80% of the student body is first-generation, and 73% of the faculty is native.

Events
Build your evaluation skills

Modern Survey Question Design
June 27, 1-3 p.m.

The workshop is $100 and is led by Wilder Research scientists and data experts. Learn more about the sessions and presenters, and register at https://www.wilder.org/events.
MACS rural stakeholder briefing

Rural Communities at Risk, How Accurate Data Support Local Vitality
July 8, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Minnesotans for the American Community Survey (MACS) invites you to a Rural Stakeholder Briefing, Monday, July 8 at 11 a.m. Hear from experts, including Minnesota Compass's Allison Liuzzi, on the importance of census/ACS data in shaping policy for greater Minnesota. Learn how you can make a difference in the vitality of rural areas in Minnesota.

Let's Learn from Each Other
Did you know Minnesota Compass staff provide the following?

Data and analysis: Minnesota Compass researchers can work with you and your organization to compile, analyze, and interpret data as you plan for the future, set policy, and ensure effective use of resources for generations to come.

Training and workshops: Minnesota Compass staff provide virtual and in-person training and workshops tailored to your needs. We'll help your organization use credible data to measure and increase impact.

Have a conversation with us about working together. Contact Sheri Holm at sheri.holm@wilder.org.
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