These are stories about the work and impact of NCRC members in their communities. What are the economic justice needs and solutions in your community? Submit your story ideas.
Multiple measures in the enormous “Cure Italy” bill, including earning supplements and unemployment benefits for all workers, even the self-employed, special funds for businesses, babysitting vouchers and parental leave for those with young children, tax, loan and mortgage delays, a freeze on firings and emergency nutrition funds for citizens, will be in place until August.
It is elderly shop owners who are stacking cans of soup, packing bottles of juice and soft drinks into coolers, making sure we have bread, milk, eggs and our local newspaper.
My Parents Have Always Been Essential Workers Read More »
It’s too early to know if social isolation or COVID-19 will kill more people in the long run.
Building Healthier Communities Through Intergenerational Connections Read More »
Health inequities in the United States have seemingly been exacerbated during the recent coronavirus outbreak. Unfortunately, prior to this pandemic, certain groups like low-income families, patients who do not speak English as a primary language and people of color were among the most susceptible to be treated unfairly and lack appropriate access to care and resources.
Moment of Trust: How Healthcare Professionals and Systems Can Advance Health Equity Read More »
Amid COVID-19, we can see the need for both expert advice and ideas that are specific to a community.
Learning from COVID-19 about Community-led Change Read More »
When the coronavirus first began to spread widely across the world, anti-Asian sentiments soon began to follow.
Spreading Like a Virus: Xenophobia, Racism and COVID-19 Read More »
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a new proposed rule to change the affirmatively furthering fair housing (AFFH) rule of the Fair Housing Act (FHA). This new proposal aims to set back years of progress by no longer enforcing meaningful community participation in the AFFH process. Without the crucial input of local community members who face housing inequalities, the new rule eliminates the main elements of accountability meant to address discrimination and inequality.
Community Participation in Fair Housing Planning Process Under Threat Read More »
Accessible and affordable housing is a prevalent issue in major cities. In 2016, Philadelphia was found to have the highest disability rate among the ten largest cities in the U.S. with 16% of Philadelphians identified as having a disability.
People experiencing homelessness in rural areas are often referred to as the “hidden homeless.”
Rural America Is Also Facing An Affordable Housing Crisis Read More »
The practice of restricting neighborhoods to certain races or incomes was a significant part of America’s segregated past. Discrimination in lending and housing is generally less overt than it used to be, but it’s still a problem.
NCRC Civil Rights Testing Finds Discriminatory Practices in Housing Read More »
For nearly two decades, November has been recognized as National Family Caregivers month to spotlight the more than 40 million caregivers who provide unpaid support to aging parents, spouses, the disabled and friends.
Caregivers Face Additional Financial Strains That Limit Retirement Funds Read More »
With the holiday shopping season going into overdrive, it is important to pay tribute to Native Americans. Now when we say to pay tribute, we literally mean pay, with money, by making purchases from Native American small businesses.
How to Pay Tribute to the Nation’s Native American Heritage Read More »
As we celebrate and recognize Native American Heritage Month this November, it is vital to acknowledge their growing population, socio-economic challenges and advancements in comparison to other ethnic groups.
The Economic Reality of Native Americans and the Need for Immediate Repair Read More »
While it is clear the racial wealth divide grows sharply with age, there is very little understanding of retirement security best practices for low-wealth seniors.
Poor Old People: The Graying of Racial and Gender Wealth Inequality Read More »
The CRASF membership works with financial institutions, state and local organizations as well as government to provide Community Reinvestment Act training and assistance, community advocacy, affordable housing, small business training and loan acquisition assistance.
From “Just a Job” to Executive Director Read More »
