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DCFPI Has a New Mission Aimed at Creating an Anti-Racist Future

When we identify, advocate for, and win policy solutions that intentionally lift up and protect DC’s Black and brown communities, everyone will benefit.

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Large Black-White Disparities in Poverty and Income Persisted in 2021

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DCFPI welcomes Claire Goldberg as our new Digital Communications Associate!

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Police Budget Remains Flat Despite Big Investments in Officer Recruitment and Retention

DC’s approved police budget is remaining relatively flat, on net and when accounting for inflation, despite the Mayor and DC Council enacting significant investments to expand the police force.

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DCFPI welcomes Todd Gray as our new Director of Institutional Advancement

DCFPI welcomes Todd Gray as our new Director of Institutional Advancement!

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DCFPI welcomes Caitlin C. Schnur as our new Deputy Policy Director

DCFPI welcomes Caitlin C. Schnur, DCFPI’s new Deputy Policy Director!

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Major Housing Production Investments in FY 2023 Budget Fall Short of Holistic, Anti-Displacement Strategy

Given the enormity of its affordable housing crisis, the District needs a thoughtful anti-displacement strategy that pairs long-term solutions with programs that meet residents’ urgent needs, and strong oversight of both.

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DC Council Advances Recovery with First Budget Vote, But More Work Remains

The DC Council voted unanimously this week to advance the fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget, which goes beyond the Mayor’s proposal to make critical investments in many of DC’s most underserved communities.

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DC Council Should Mandate Greater Transparency in the Police Budget

At tomorrow’s preliminary vote on the fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget, DC Council is expected to take up the MPD Budget and Staffing Transparency Budget Support Act Amendment.

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DC Can Do More to Improve Economic Security for Mothers

This Mother’s Day, DC Councilmembers have the opportunity to celebrate the District’s mothers, birthing parents, and caregivers through action.

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