CENSUS 2010!
Check it right, YOU ain’t white!

Hello NAAP members and friends!

We are partnering with dozens of Arab-American organizations to ensure that our community is counted for the 2010 Census! The collective awareness campaign aims to show the government that our community is growing and help Arab-Americans compete for some $400 billion in government funds for community programs, schools, parks and roads.

The Census Questionnaire is being mailed out to every household as we speak – you may have already received it. In past Census counts, we have been lumped into the 'White' category which as you know doesn't reflect our background and diversity as a community. To ensure continuity across our community responses please do the following:

1. Check "Other" instead of "White" on the race portion.
2. In the box next to other, note "Arab" or "Arab-American" or even your country of origin.
3. Mail back the form!

It is THAT easy! All information submitted on the Census form remains CONFIDENTIAL.

For more information, please visit: http://www.aaiusa. org/get-involved /4470/2010- census-arab- american- toolkit

Also, watch this YouTube clip of our favorite Arab-American comedians discussing the importance of the Census! http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=zjzT9Pisu3Y

Spread the word!

Thank You,

The Network of Arab-American Professionals of NY
www.naaponline.org/ny | naap_ny@naaponline.com | 212.592.4052

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