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Depression and Multiracial Adolescents

2023-10-09T23:18:40+00:00October 9th, 2023|

Multiracial Adolescents More Prone to Major Depression, Receive Treatment Less Frequently October 9, 2023 Chelsie Derman Only roughly 21% of adolescents with mental health issues receive outpatient treatment, according to a new study. A new study reveals multiracial adolescents have a higher rate of major depressive disorder (MDD)—or at least they did during the COVID-19 lockdown, according to data analyzed from 2021. The new study also found adolescents who were Asian, Black, Latinx, and/or multiracial r received fewer treatment compared to their White adolescent peers.1 The study, led by Michael Flores, PhD, MPH, of [...]

2023-06-24T17:14:48+00:00June 24th, 2023|

FROM THE CENSUS BUREAU   I received a survey from the Census Bureau this week just because I am on their mailing list. It had the following questions: What sex were you assigned at birth, on your original birth certificate? Male Female Do you currently describe yourself a male, female, or transgender? Select all that apply. Male Female Transgender I use a different term, please specify: ______________ Are you of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin? Yes No What is your race? Please select one or more. White Black or African [...]

2023-06-22T17:19:45+00:00June 22nd, 2023|

Hispanic Population Surpasses White Population in Texas Hispanic Texans are now the largest demographic group in the state, outnumbering white Texans by nearly 129,000 people, according to the latest U.S. census estimates. We are interested in the way the U. S. Census Bureau continues to avoid using the appropriate, respectful terminology for the Multiracial population. The notes to the most recent statistics include this: The “other” category includes people who are American Indian and Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, or two or more races, excluding those who [...]

From the Census Bureau

2023-05-25T17:42:20+00:00May 25th, 2023|

The Multiracial population was the nation’s youngest race group in 2020, with 32.5% of its population under age 18. Between 2010 and 2020, the Multiracial population increased for every broad age category (under age 18, 18 to 44 years, 45 to 65 years, and 65 years and over) by over 164%. We thank the Census Bureau for using the term Multiracial!

Medicine and Race

2023-05-18T17:07:31+00:00May 18th, 2023|

Including multiracial individuals is crucial for race, ethnicity and ancestry frameworks in genetics and genomics Nature Genetics (2023)Cite this article Current ontologies of race, ethnicity and genetic ancestry rely on categorization, but have limitations — as exemplified by multiracial individuals. We argue that including these individuals will foster inclusion by better capturing complex identities, with equity benefits for the full human population.

LAST CHANCE

2023-04-20T22:00:06+00:00April 20th, 2023|

LAST CHANCE TO TELL THE GOVERNMENT WHAT YOU WANT! DEADLINE APRIL 27   In the 1990s, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) put out a notice asking for public comment on the changes to racial and ethnic reporting. They received over 600 letters from people like you who wanted to see some changes in Multiracial reporting. That was considered a very influential number of responses at the time. Now the Census Bureau is asking for comments for the 2030 census. The more, the better! We each need to write [...]

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

2023-03-19T21:50:50+00:00March 19th, 2023|

Any of you who have not written to the OMB with comments on a Multiracial category are guilty of not caring about the Multiracial Movement. The OMB just concluded their town hall meetings, and we had a very poor showing. Yes, they only gave each person two minutes to speak, but were overwhelmed with people who want to change or keep the Black category and want other populations on the census and other forms. Are you no longer interested in seeing that our Multiracial children have respectful wording for themselves? [...]

Cash and Harmony

2023-01-19T17:13:17+00:00January 19th, 2023|

  Cash and Harmony by debora Ewing   I met with Blaire Grady at a pool hall in Annandale, Virginia, where we intended to talk about my many projects. Blaire is an artist, a writer, and the founder of Strangers & Karma: an online literature & arts community. I wanted to show her a piece of my world, including Cuesion Fries – a local version of poutine with bulgogi & kim chee mixed in. Everything in Annandale has Korean mixed in. As it happens, so does Blaire’s family.   Blaire’s [...]

Thank you from Project RACE

2022-12-21T01:11:29+00:00December 29th, 2022|

“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” Robert F. Kennedy   Yes, it’s Famous Friday, but it’s also time to thank everyone who has helped make Project RACE what is today as we go into a brand-new year. I would like to thank all the people who make Project RACE successful for the multiracial community.   I wish I could thank everyone individually, but that’s not possible. From the Project RACE Teens who make sure we have a Famous Friday [...]

Comments about a Multiracial Classification

2022-11-12T15:03:48+00:00November 12th, 2022|

On October 27th, Project RACE Members were asked to give our thoughts on a Multiracial classification to the Office of Management and Budget Working Group. Our Project RACE Teens President, Maddy Rempel, and her brother, our Project RACE Kids President, AJ Rempel, were exceptional in their presentation, which is below. Thank you to everyone for your support at this critical time. A category labeled as Multiracial would be a step in the right direction. However, this is still not very specific. Therefore, Under the Multiracial option you could have a [...]

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