MACS Statement of Principles
Adopted by the Board of Directors on October 21, 2025
Our work is rooted in and guided by the following principles:
Nonpartisanship. MACS is a non-partisan organization. We believe that Census/ACS data are a fundamental public good essential to ensuring the well-being of ALL Minnesotans.
Collaboration. MACS is a collaborative organization. We develop our initiatives in partnership and in coordination with other groups and organizations - at the national, state, and local levels, utilizing existing networks and expertise.
Community. MACS is a community-based organization. We develop our initiatives in collaboration with the communities we serve and represent.
Research & Evidence. MACS is a research-based, evidence-based organization. Our initiatives are grounded in research, proven methods, and accurate data.
Openness & Creativity. MACS is a creative, entrepreneurial organization. We are open to new opportunities, new partnerships, and new approaches to our work.
Democracy. MACS views the Census/ACS as a fundamental part of democracy that ensures that everyone who lives in our country is represented. Census/ACS data are important tools for describing the diversity of the United States population, for measuring progress towards equity, and for ensuring political inclusion.