American Rescue Plan (ARP) and Equity Initiatives
The term “equity initiatives” is vague as it encompasses incredibly broad categories and interdependent institutions such as the built environment, distribution of resources, transportation, and
The Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) conducts and supports innovative policy research. The research below includes SEAP-sponsored reports as well as research, communications toolkits, and fact sheets from other organizations that seek to broaden economic power.
The term “equity initiatives” is vague as it encompasses incredibly broad categories and interdependent institutions such as the built environment, distribution of resources, transportation, and
This report, “An 8-point framework for tracking the rise of large corporate landlords in single-family rentals,” dives into how current real estate processes can exacerbate
The poverty rate in Louisiana, South Carolina and Tennessee all exceed 14%, with Louisiana having the highest rate at nearly 20%. Helping to change this
Federal funding programs have the power to boost economic growth, improve individual quality of life, and strengthen community resiliency. As the COVID-19 pandemic showed, federal
Maria Filippelli Equity is a cornerstone of recent federal legislation. The American Rescue Plan (ARP), Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and others
Allison Bridges The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) fund numerous programs specifically for communities facing disproportionate health, environmental, and economic
Introduction Launched in 2019 by Stacey Abrams, the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) partners with thinkers and doers to amplify their efforts and bridge gaps
Dr. Jeanine Abrams McLean, President, Fair Count Dr. Sarah Beth Gehl, Director, The Southern Economic Advancement Project Jan 19, 2023 – A civic ecosystem has
Leila Pedersen Gathering insight from more than 50 stakeholders, SEAP released its report, Engagement & Equity First: Opportunities and Challenges for Federal Funding Implementation, which
Dr. Jeanine Abrams McLean, President, Fair Count Dr. Sarah Beth Gehl, Director, The Southern Economic Advancement Project A civic ecosystem has been burgeoning for decades
Since the Southern Economic Advancement Project launched in 2019, our team has helped cultivate change and build networks in the South to broaden economic power. Connect with us to learn how your support can strengthen our efforts as we fight for an equitable pandemic recovery and economic future across the region.