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Wichita and Affiliated Tribes TERO
Workforce & Unemployment Survey 2026

Welcome!



Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this unemployment survey.



Sponsored by the Wichita TERO Commission and the Wichita Tribe Industrial Development Commission (WTIDC), on behalf of the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, this survey is designed to gather important information from enrolled tribal members ages 18 and over about employment, unemployment, and workforce interests. The information collected will greatly assist the Tribe in strengthening workforce development and enrichment efforts, identifying training and education needs, and supporting future job and economic opportunities for our people.



Your participation is voluntary. All responses are confidential and will be reported only in summary form (no individual names or identifying details).



As a thank you for participating, at the end of the survey you will have the option to enter your contact information to be included in a drawing for a door prize. The drawing will be held on February 24.
Instructions:
• Please answer all questions that apply to you.
• If a question does not apply, you may skip it.
• This survey is for Wichita and Affiliated Tribes citizens and their households, including those who live out of state.
  • You Must be 18 or older to complete this survey.
Section 1: About You
1.What is your age?
2.What is your gender? (Select all that apply)
3.Are you an enrolled member of the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes?
4.Where do you currently live?
5.What is your current city and ZIP code?
6.What is the highest level of education you have completed?
7.Are you a U.S. military veteran?
8.How many people live in your household, including you?
Section 2: Employment Status
9.Which of the following best describes your current employment status?
10.If you are currently employed (including self-employed), who is your primary employer?
11.What is your primary occupation or industry?
If you are (unemployed, actively or not looking), please answer Questions 12–16. If you are
employed, you may skip to Question 17.
12.How long have you been unemployed?
13.What are the primary reasons you are unemployed? (Select all that apply)
14.What type of work are you seeking?
15.Have you been unemployed for more than 6 months during the last two years?
16.When you think about looking for a job, what is your biggest concern?
Section 3: Barriers & Support Needs
(For everyone, whether employed or not.)
17.Have you ever experienced discrimination in employment because you are Native American or a tribal member?
18.What are the biggest barriers you face in getting or keeping a good job? (Select all that apply)
19.Which resources would help you the most in securing or improving employment? (Select all that apply)
Section 4: Income & Economic Stability
20.Do you currently earn enough income to meet your basic needs (housing, food, utilities, transportation, etc.)?
21.What is your estimated annual household income (before taxes)?
22.What hourly wage do you consider a fair or livable wage in the area where you live?
23.Do you currently receive any of the following types of assistance? (Select all that apply)
Section 5: Training, Skills, Technology & Future Careers
24.Would training in a high-demand field help increase your earning potential?
25.Which types of careers or trainings interest you most? (Select all that apply)
26.Which skills or certifications do you currently have? (Select all that apply)
27.Do you have reliable access to the internet and technology?
28.Would you be interested in remote (work-from-home) job opportunities with tribal or other employers?
29.Would you participate in a virtual tribal job fair or online workforce event?
Section 6: Students & Young Workforce (If you are a student)
30.Are you currently a student?
If “No,” you may skip to Section 7
31.Are you also working while in school?
32.What makes it difficult to work while in school? (Select all that apply)
33.Would you be interested in paid internships, mentorships, or job training programs through the Tribe?
Section 7: Entrepreneurship & Small Business
34.Are you interested in starting or growing your own business?
35.If you already have a business or side business, what kind is it?
36.What support would help you most with starting or growing a business? (Select all that apply)
Section 8: Living Away from Tribal Community & Connection to the Tribe
(Especially important for members living outside the immediate area.)
37.If you live outside the tribal community, what is the primary reason?
38.If more job opportunities were available locally, ( on or near tribal lands), would you consider returning to live or work there?
39.Would tribal-owned housing or relocation assistance influence your decision to return?
40.Do you feel connected to tribal programs and services where you currently live?
41.What would help you feel more connected to the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes while living where you are? (Select all that apply)
Section 9: Open-Ended Questions
42.In your opinion, what is the biggest employment or economic challenge facing Wichita and Affiliated Tribal members today?
43.What strengths, talents, or resources do Wichita people already have that could support workforce and economic growth?
44.Is there anything else you would like us to know about your employment situation, goals, or ideas for improving opportunities for Wichita and Affiliated Tribal members?
Thank you for participating in this survey. Your voice will help shape future opportunities for Wichita and Affiliated Tribal citizens, wherever they live.

We appreciate your time and participation. To be entered into the door prize drawing, please click the link below and share your contact information.
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