Nearly 11,000 children in DC younger than 6 have parents who work nontraditional hours. New research from the Urban Institute seeks to understand these parents’ child care needs.
Gun violence has costs beyond those incurred by the people who directly experience it. Our summary of findings shows gun violence in DC exacts an economic toll on communities, including business closures, job loss, and lower home sale prices.
A collaborative meant to support equitable development in the Purple Line corridor made progress in its second year, meeting several goals for preserving and expanding small businesses and affordable housing.
A cross-sector, intentional effort is needed to correct past and present inequities, including entrenched disparities in employment, education, and housing. The pandemic recovery is an opportunity to right historical wrongs and build a more equitable DC.
