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.
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Testimony
Testimony of Tazra Mitchell At the Public Hearing on the Protecting Local Area Commercial Enterprises Amendment Act of 2019 and the Longtime Resident Business Preservation Amendment Act of 2019
By Tazra Mitchell • November 6, 2019 • Inclusive Economy
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere At the Public Oversight Roundtable on Implementation of the Universal Paid Leave Amendment Act of 2016
By Ed Lazere • October 18, 2019 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training
Report
What’s In the Approved FY 2020 Budget for Employment and Training?
By Kamolika Das and Doni Crawford • October 10, 2019 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training
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Testimony
Testimony at the Public Hearing on the Clean Hands Certification Equity Amendment Act of 2021
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