Measuring Social Integration

Social integration is measured by the extent to which foreign-born New Yorkers:
(a) feel a sense of connectedness, support, and belonging in their local communities,  and experience a positive and welcoming climate;
(b) are able to access services needed;
(c) are able to communicate in the dominant English language;
(d) Have an overall sense of mental well-being (multicultural orientation, resilience, and self-concept).  

The Institute has partnered with community-based organizations serving immigrants in each region of the state to collect data on social integration. Community-based organizations will distribute a survey that will collect perceptions of social integration of foreign-born New Yorkers.

The survey and accompanying flyer are available in 9 languages. Data and analysis will be posted on the Data Gateway once they become available.