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Dear John,
At the American Immigration Council, we know that welcoming immigrants is about creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to participate, contribute, and belong. That's why the Center for Inclusion & Belonging developed the Belonging Barometer [[link removed]] , a free, research-backed tool that helps communities measure belonging and identify practical ways to strengthen it for all residents.
Our new Belonging Barometer 2026 study offers one of the most comprehensive looks yet at how Americans experience belonging in their local communities and where there is room to grow. The research found that while most Americans feel safe and comfortable where they live, 61% do not report a strong sense of belonging, and only 24% believe they can influence decisions that affect their communities. These findings underscore that belonging is about having meaningful opportunities to participate, build relationships, and help shape the communities we call home.
For immigration advocates, legal service providers, and community organizations, these insights matter. Stronger belonging leads to stronger communities, helping newcomers and longtime residents alike build trust, civic participation, and lasting connections.
Join our Research Briefing September 29 at 3 pm EST [[link removed]]
Join researchers and community practitioners from the Center for Inclusion & Belonging for “ Using the Belonging Barometer to Strengthen Communities .” The conversation will explore how the latest research can help organizations improve programs, engage residents, and make more informed decisions that strengthen belonging in their communities.
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You’ll learn:
* What the latest research tells us about belonging in America today
* Why belonging matters for thriving, inclusive communities
* How practitioners are using the Belonging Barometer to inform local strategies
* Practical ways to use this free tool to understand and strengthen belonging in your own community
Meet Our Panelists:
* Valeria Rodriguez, Executive Director, Empowering Families
* Chris Jackson, Senior Vice President and Civil Society Research Lead, SSRS
* Kimberly Serrano, Director, Center for Inclusion & Belonging
The briefing will be moderated by Dante Chinni, data and political journalist and director of the American Communities Project at Michigan State University’s School of Journalism.
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The Belonging Barometer is a free research and measurement tool developed by the Center for Inclusion & Belonging and Over Zero to help communities better understand residents’ experiences of belonging and identify opportunities to foster greater connection, participation, and civic engagement.
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