Including This Report in the State of Family Project
While this report predates the official launch of the State of Family Project by Marriage and Family Review (MFR), we’re excited to include it on our interactive map. Here’s why:
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Alignment with Project Goals: This report, published by MFR, delves into a key aspect of family life, echoing the project’s aim to provide comprehensive insights into contemporary families. Its inclusion enriches the project’s scope and historical context.
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Honoring MFR’s Legacy: MFR has a long and distinguished history of publishing research on families. Including this report pays homage to that legacy and acknowledges the significant contributions MFR has made to the field.
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Valuable Knowledge: Regardless of publication date, the report offers valuable knowledge and insights that resonate with the project’s goals. Sharing it on the map ensures wider accessibility and fosters meaningful conversations about families.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
We encourage you to explore the report’s abstract and full article linked below:
Abstract
This report provides an overview of the state of families in North Dakota, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other sources. This brief report includes information on the number of families, family size, family composition, ethnic and racial diversity, family income, poverty rates, employment rates, unemployment rates, education levels, marriage and divorce rates, as well as a description of some of the diverse marginalized families that reside in North Dakota. Finally, this report concludes with descriptions of challenges facing North Dakota families along with an explanation of state level resources that are available.
https://doi.org/10.1080/01494929.2025.2464567
By incorporating this report, we demonstrate the State of Family Project’s commitment to comprehensiveness, historical awareness, and the pursuit of knowledge that benefits families and communities.
This report was published by: Christi R. McGeorge, Emily Kinkade, Bryce Van Vleet, Carmen Kho, & Natira Mullet
