ATLANTA -- A new demographic report introduced by Visions Decisions of Atlanta offers churches full data on specific ethnic populations in their area.

According to a press release from the demographics provider, the Ethnic Profile supplies all basic data on groups that until now were difficult to profile. The profile shows hard data on Armenians, Brazilians, Filipinos, Haitians, Jamaicans, Nigerians, Salvadorans, and many other specific populations in the United States.

The six-page report covers statistics on numbers, ages, family types, schooling, jobs, income and housing, as well as, place of birth and time of entry into the U.S. A two-page narrative summary with graphs, a full page of data, a map showing locations, and a page of suggested ethnic ministries is included.

"Finally, churches can enhance their ministries by getting the facts they need to do effective ministry in their local area, whether it is for evangelism, community mission or social concerns," said Anthony E. Healy, president of Visions Decisions, Inc.

"You can get specific data on Haitians in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for example, or Armenians in Burbank, Calif.," he said.

Data are available for most places of origins for Hispanics, including Mexico, Nicaragua or Peru, and for most places of origin for Asians, including China, Korea and Vietnam. Data are also available for places of origin that include countries in Africa, the Middle East and Europe. All the data are from the 2000 Census.

Visions Decisions is a source of demographic and congregational studies for churches, regional bodies and denominations. Based in Atlanta, Ga., the company has served religious bodies across the United States for nearly 14 years.