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Twin Cities Compass
Measuring progress. Inspiring action.

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ABOUT TWIN CITIES COMPASS
Twin Cities Compass promotes our region's well-being by measuring progress, reporting findings and providing strategies for action. Read more >
It is led by Wilder Research in partnership with community-serving organizations, funders and volunteers. See who is involved >

WHO LIVES HERE
View population characteristics of the 7-county Twin Cities region. Demographics >

HOW WE ARE FARING OVERALL
Major trends >

WIDE GAPS IN WELL-BEING
Overall trends don't tell the whole story. Differences -- including by income, race and location -- affect our ability to maintain a strong, sustainable region. Disparities >

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MAILING LIST
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TRAINING: CIVIL JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME IN MINNESOTA
September 12, 2008: A component of the National Center for Victims of Crime Training Institute. For victims advocates, mental health service professionals, law enforcement officers, social workers, prosecutors and others. 9:00-4:30, Robins, Kaplan Miller & Ciresi, LLP. Free, but space is limited.
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REGIONAL POLICY WORKSHOP
September 23, 2008: Join policy leaders, government officials, academics, representatives from businesses and nonprofits, community organizers and other interested citizens for a day of hard work and thought-provoking conversations to help build a new regional consensus. Continuing Education and Conference Center, University of Minnesota St. Paul Campus. Sponsored by the Citizens League. 8:00-4:15. $25 for Citizens League members, $75 for non-members.
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Browse all events at the Community Connection Calendar >

 

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IN THE HEADLINES
The fall of the I35-W bridge has become a shorthand symbol of our region's crumbling infrastructure. But are things really getting worse, or better? Find the facts here.

NEW DATA!
Check out the latest data posted on the site:

FEATURED REPORT
What is it about the Twin Cities metro that has more married White women in the workforce than any other metropolitan area in the U.S.? The answer may surprise you.

CLOSE THE GAP DVD NOW AVAILABLE!
Find out how to order yours here.