Michigan’s Children understands the deep complexities associated with racial and ethnic categorization and identification. Unfortunately, these complexities are difficult to capture in the data collection process, though data collection is a key component to evaluating outcomes and improvements in programs and services for children and families. To this end, Michigan’s Children utilizes the racial/ethnic categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau, as this type of data is most frequently collected and assists in identifying disparities between racial/ethnic groups, even if these categories are slightly flawed.