Juneteenth Reflects the Many Ways Justice Is Systemically Delayed for Black Americans ArticleJun 16, 2022 Juneteenth Reflects the Many Ways Justice Is Systemically Delayed for Black Americans It is critical for Congress to pass legislation that advances racial equity and justice for Black Americans. Jun 16, 2022 Nicole Lee Ndumele, Justin Dorazio
Frequently Asked Questions About Community-Based Violence Intervention Programs ReportJun 3, 2022 Frequently Asked Questions About Community-Based Violence Intervention Programs Community-based violence intervention programs have proved to reduce homicides and shootings. Jun 3, 2022 CAP Criminal Justice Reform team, CAP Gun Violence Prevention team
The Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety Is a Foundation to Build Upon ArticleJun 1, 2022 The Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety Is a Foundation to Build Upon Two years after the murder of George Floyd, the Biden administration released a police reform executive order containing policies that states and cities should build upon. Jun 1, 2022 Rachael Eisenberg, Nicole Lee Ndumele, Kate Kahan, 1 More Udi Ofer
In the Aftermath of the White Supremacist Buffalo Terror Attack, These Policies Could Help Prevent Future Hate-Fueled Crimes ArticleMay 16, 2022 In the Aftermath of the White Supremacist Buffalo Terror Attack, These Policies Could Help Prevent Future Hate-Fueled Crimes It is vital that policymakers take immediate action to address the scourge of guns and hate. May 16, 2022 Nicole Lee Ndumele, Eugenio Weigend Vargas
Black Men and the U.S. Economy: How the Economic Recovery Is Perpetuating Systemic Racism ReportMar 28, 2022 Black Men and the U.S. Economy: How the Economic Recovery Is Perpetuating Systemic Racism While the U.S. economy is recovering for many Americans, Black men continue to experience persistent unemployment gaps and reduced economic opportunity. Mar 28, 2022 Lorena Roque, Rose Khattar, Arohi Pathak
5 Facts About Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson ArticleMar 23, 2022 5 Facts About Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s exemplary background reflects the Biden administration’s commitment to nominating exceptional judges at every level. Mar 23, 2022 Stephanie Wylie, Genna Cifelli
Black Women Need Access to Paid Family and Medical Leave ArticleMar 4, 2022 Black Women Need Access to Paid Family and Medical Leave Black women are staying in the workforce, but their need for paid leave continues to go unmet. Mar 4, 2022 Jessica Milli, Jocelyn Frye, Maggie Jo Buchanan
The United States Must Support HBCUs and Opportunity for Black College Students ArticleMar 2, 2022 The United States Must Support HBCUs and Opportunity for Black College Students The recent rash of bomb threats against historically Black colleges and universities is just one of the numerous signs that America is at risk of winding the clock backward when it comes to opportunities for Black students in higher education. Mar 2, 2022 Jared C. Bass, Marcella Bombardieri
How To Make Policies Work for Black Women With Disabilities ArticleFeb 15, 2022 How To Make Policies Work for Black Women With Disabilities To create more equitable systems, policymakers must take an intersectional approach that includes Black women and girls with disabilities. Feb 15, 2022 Megan Buckles
Ensuring Equal Pay for Black Women is Not Just About Work—It’s Also About Family ArticleAug 3, 2021 Ensuring Equal Pay for Black Women is Not Just About Work—It’s Also About Family Policy solutions that address Black women’s work, family, and caregiving needs are essential to creating equitable workplaces that pay fair wages. Aug 3, 2021 Jocelyn Frye
Summary of Proposals and Policy Actions To Reduce the Black-White Wealth Gap Fact SheetJul 28, 2021 Summary of Proposals and Policy Actions To Reduce the Black-White Wealth Gap The Biden administration has started to implement policies to make it easier for Black households to build wealth at the same rate as white households; additional steps are both possible and necessary. Jul 28, 2021 Christian E. Weller, Richard Figueroa
Black LGBTQ Individuals Experience Heightened Levels of Discrimination ArticleJul 13, 2021 Black LGBTQ Individuals Experience Heightened Levels of Discrimination The compounding effects of discrimination for Black LGBTQ Americans are evident in the workplace, health care systems, and police interactions, leading to gaps in economic advancement and mental and physical health outcomes. Jul 13, 2021 Lindsay Mahowald
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.
Advancing Racial Equity and Justice Advancing Racial Equity and Justice We apply a racial equity lens in developing and advancing policies that aim to root out entrenched systemic racism to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive.