Implementing the Fair Housing Equity Assessment: Advancing Opportunity through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
Fair Housing and Equity Assessment Frequently Asked Questions
Fair Housing and Equity Assessment Roles and Responsibilities Guide
Fair Housing and Equity Assessment Deliberation Guide
Regional Equity and the Quest for Full Inclusion
Overview
This paper contends that the regional equity framework anchors our collective efforts and provides a platform for societal transformation.
It begins by providing a snapshot of regional equity in 2008, then describes how major national and global forces are creating unique challenges and opportunities for achieving equity.
The final section articulates a vision for full inclusion and sustainability and outlines key elements of an agenda for realizing that vision.
Regional Equity and Smart Growth: Opportunities for Advancing Social and Economic Justice in America
Overview
This paper is part of a series sponsored by the Funders’ Network to translate the impact of sprawling development patterns and urban disinvestment on our communities and environment and to highlight the opportunities that could be created by smarter growth policies and practices.
Opportunity-Rich Schools and Sustainable Communities
Overview
This document, created by the Urban Institute, explores seven steps to align high-quality education with innovations in city and metropolitan planning and development.
Choosing a Data System for your Promise Neighborhood
Overview
This guide contains a set of suggested critical criteria, functions, and guiding questions to use in order to review potential database vendors. These guidelines are intended to be a starting point for community discussions about data systems, and can be altered to reflect the specific needs of a Promise Neighborhood.
February 2015
An Equity Profile of the Cape Fear Region
Overview
The Cape Fear region in North Carolina is experiencing a demographic transformation characterized by a diversifying younger population and a rapidly growing senior population that is predominantly White. To secure a thriving economy for the decades to come, the region must tap the economic potential of its growing young population. Building education and career pathways for all and ensuring young workers are prepared for the jobs of the future are key strategies for inclusive growth in the region. Download the profile and summary.
Media: Community, Business Leaders Discuss Inequalities and Growth (WilmingtonBiz.com)