The Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative (RPII) at Brookings aims to advance concrete policy solutions that combat systemic racism and build a more equitable society for all Americans, with a particular focus on poor, low-income and communities of color.
The Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative (RPII) at Brookings aims to advance concrete policy solutions that combat systemic racism and build a more equitable society for all Americans, with a particular focus on poor, low-income and communities of color. The initiative encompasses scholarship from Brookings Economic Studies, Governance Studies, and Brookings Metro.
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Through evidence-based analysis across five key themes, Uprooted reclaims overlooked histories, advances racial equity, and offers policy solutions to help build a more inclusive and resilient democracy.
The Wellness in Black Life (#WIBL) project focuses on community-driven definitions of well-being, highlighting the vibrant experiences and contributions of Black men and boys in the U.S.
The How We Rise blog focuses on policy solutions to upend structural racism and create a more equitable society for all.
This series examines how social determinants influence gender biases in public health research, menstrual hygiene product development, and women’s health outcomes.
Data has the power to define and redefine narratives, especially for marginalized communities. This project illustrates how to empower local communities with access to open and transparent public data.
The People, Policy, and Police project sheds light on how policing influences public safety and community health. We highlight the work of various stakeholders in these cities and the police reform legislation needed to make effective and lasting policy changes.
Gabriel R. Sanchez spoke with The Guardian about whether ICE and DHS agents are being held accountable.
Rashawn Ray spoke to CNN about ICE agents’ loose training requirements.
Gabriel R. Sanchez and Rashawn Ray’s research on DHS and ICE enforcement training protocols was cited by “Last Week Tonight” with John Oliver.
Gabriel R. Sanchez spoke with CBC Kids about ICE enforcement practices and their impact on youth in U.S. cities.
Rashawn Ray spoke with C-SPAN about potential reforms to the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement tactics.
Richard Reeves was interviewed on WBUR’s “Here & Now” about ways in which boys and men are falling behind.
Howard Henderson spoke to The Houston Chronicle about bridging the divide between police and the community of Harris County, Texas.
Edward D. Vargas spoke about the long-term effects of racial profiling on Latino Americans with Illinois News Connection.
Andre M. Perry discussed the rising costs and a lack of middle-income jobs in New York City with MSNBC.
Richard Reeves spoke to The New York Times about the merits of boys deferring kindergarten by a year.