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Inclusive Economic Development: Good for Growth and Good for Communities

At a Glance

Many communities are embracing "inclusive economic development" as a way to address inequity that persists even as the economy grows. In an effort to spark a national conversation about the conditions needed to achieve inclusive economic development, this report gives an overview of what JFF has learned about the topic through our research and in the field.

Published jan. 09, 2020
Contributors
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    Alison Schmitt
    Associate Director
  • Ana Gutierrez
    Ana Gutierrez

    Senior Director, Workforce and Regional Economies Practice
  • Sarah Hooker
    Sarah Hooker
    Director, Population-Specific Strategies
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Areas of Work
  • Ensuring Equity in Advancement
  • Meeting Employer Needs
  • Preparing for the Future of Work
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