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.
Close up shot of a map. San Juan pinned with a red pushpin. Municipio de San Juan Bautista is the capital and most populous municipality in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
We encourage you to explore the report’s abstract and full article linked below:
Abstract
In this brief report about Puerto Rico, a commonwealth territory of the United States, readers will find an overview of the island, followed by family statistics, such as the number of families and households, family composition, family income, employment rates, education levels, and marriage and divorce rates. The report includes challenges and disparities affecting Puerto Rican families, such as economic hardship, lack of quality education, and health disparities. Despite these challenges, there are programmatic opportunities that are offered in Puerto Rico to navigate the challenges that are also detailed in this brief report.
https://doi.org/10.1080/01494929.2025.2540967
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: Veronica R. Barrios, Mónnica Gay, & Sean Brennan
