In an inclusive economy, economic growth leads to shared prosperity that allows every resident economic security, resources to build wealth, and opportunity to live to their fullest. Yet Black and brown residents in DC, especially those with low incomes, face structural barriers to decent employment and income, including anti-Black racism, bias, and employment discrimination. District leaders can ensure every resident is able to share in the city’s prosperity by addressing the deeply rooted, systemic challenges faced by Black people in its economic policies.
Featured Publications & Resources
Report
Putting DC to Work: A Resource Map of the District’s Workforce Development Dollars
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • January 19, 2012 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training
Blog
Getting DC Back to Work: Local Funding of Workforce Development
By Tina Paden • January 12, 2012 • Inclusive Economy
Testimony
Testimony of Kwame Boadi, Policy Analyst, At the Hearing on Bill 19-512, The Age-in-Place and Equitable Senior Citizen Real Property Act of 2011
By Tina Paden • January 9, 2012 • Inclusive Economy / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
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