Outcomes
August 26, 2022
Effective and inclusive government
Overview
Historically, many local government policies, programs, and procedures systematically excluded residents of color. This institutional racism has contributed significantly to racial disparities in jobs, wages, wealth, and other measures of economic well-being. These inequities remain today and are often perpetuated by practices that appear to be race-neutral. To reduce racial disparities and make progress towards achieving racial equity, local governments can embed equity considerations into how they allocate and spend resources, design new programs and public services, and engage the public.
Evidence-based strategies
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Description | Issue Areas |
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Local government budgeting and decision-making strategies to reduce economic and racial disparities. |
Health and well-being Housing and community development | |
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Creating a more diverse and inclusive local government
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Post-secondary education and workforce development | |
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Leveraging government procurement to improve public services and support small and minority- and women-owned businesses
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Housing and community development | |
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Improving resident experience in learning about, applying to, and receiving aid
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Financial security Health and well-being |