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 Kwame Boadi, Policy Analyst, At the Hearing on Bill 19-670, The NoMa Residential Development Tax Abatement Amendment Act of 2012
By Tina Paden • March 22, 2012 • Inclusive Economy
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere, Executive Director, At the Performance Oversight Hearing on the Department of Human Services
By Tina Paden • March 5, 2012 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training
Blog
Data for Dollars: The Youth Employment Contract Mess Highlights DC’s Need for Evaluation and Performance Metrics in Publicly-Funded Job Training
By Tina Paden • February 29, 2012 • Inclusive Economy / Income & Poverty / Jobs & Training
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Testimony
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