CASE STUDIES
EXPLORE THE WORK THAT IS MOVING US TOWARD THIS SHARED VISION
the work to move our country forward is already happening
The Dare to Reimagine agenda showcases 50 policy wins and organizing efforts across 22 states and DC that are moving us towards a more just and equitable future.
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Alternative Street Response
Portland, OR. The city established an alternative response unit for 911 calls related to homelessness and mental health to ensure residents receive support and services and reduce contact with police officers.
Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax
San Francisco, CA. The city’s Proposition C implemented a 0.5 percent gross receipts tax on companies that make more than $50 million a year to fund the city’s homeless relief efforts.
Closing the Workhouse
St. Louis, MO. Local activists have pushed for the closure of the city’s medium-security prison, known as “The Workhouse.” After several years of public pressure, the campaign adjusted its strategy to focus on defunding the Workhouse through the budget process.
Centering Marginalized Communities in Metropolitan Area Projects
Oklahoma City, OK. The city shifted its process to decide on metropolitan area projects by directly engaging with historically marginalized communities and responding to their top priorities.
Opioid Crisis Response and Harm Reduction
Cuyahoga County, OH. The county used federal funds from an opioid lawsuit settlement to fund some promising harm-reduction efforts that center directly impacted individuals.
