Featured Project: LIFE Study (2010-2011)
LIFE (Leading Indicators for Excellence) Study 2010-2011 is conducted in Green Bay, Fox Cities and Oshkosh in conjunction with the St. Norbert Survey Center.
The purpose of the LIFE Study is to develop a clear understanding of the overall quality of LIFE in the three different communities. The study will provide an in-depth look into the conditions encompassing ten key areas:
| Area of study | Description |
|---|---|
| LIFE in the Community | Demographics, Infrastructure, Civic engagement, Faith, Volunteerism, Government |
| LIFE at Work | Economy and Employment |
| LIFE at Home | Children and Families (child care, youth, elder care, populations with special needs, rural issues, ethnic issues) |
| LIFE of Self-Sufficiency | Affordable Housing, Nutrition, Basic Needs |
| LIFE of Learning | Education (K-12 and higher education) |
| A Safe LIFE | Personal and Public Safety |
| A Healthy LIFE | Physical and Mental Health |
| LIFE in Natural Environment | Natural Environment (water/air quality, land use issues) |
| LIFE of Arts and Culture | Arts and Cultural Assets and Pursuits |
| LIFE of Recreation and Leisure | Recreation, Leisure, and Sports |
Research includes a survey of community leaders, focus groups with key demographic segments, random sample citizen survey, thorough review of relevant secondary data, and expert panel discussion from each category area.
A comprehensive report and executive summary for each community as well as a regional summary including information from all three communities will be released in September 2011.
Related links
- Video: Grant Awarded to UW-Green Bay for LIFE Study
- 2010-2011 LIFE Study
Regional Fact Sheet [pdf] - 2006 LIFE Study
LIFE Study Sponsors:
Green Bay
Greater Green Bay Community Foundation
Green Bay Chamber of Commerce
Brown County United Way
Fox Cities
United Way Fox Cities
Community Foundation - Fox Valley Region
Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
Fox Cities Economic Development Partnership
Oshkosh
Oshkosh Area Community Foundation
Oshkosh Area United Way
US Oil Open Fund for Basic Needs
