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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St. John’s Community-City Development
Austin, TX. A multi-year city effort to revitalize a historically Black neighborhood by centering resident priorities.
Building a Local Economy through Urban Agriculture
Chicago, IL. The North Side community, as a result of a 2011 zoning change, is expanding urban agriculture and farming to develop a healthy local economy, particularly for Black and Brown communities
Banning Dollar Stores & Establishing a Healthy Neighborhood Overlay District
Oklahoma City, OK. The city passed a zoning overlay to ban small-box discount stores in underserved neighborhoods, effectively banning dollar stores in food deserts to help create healthier neighborhoods with access to fresh groceries.
Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis
Milwaukee County, WI. The county declared racism a public health crisis and passed a series of measures to address inequities across all facets of government, from budgeting and staff training to addressing internal policies and procedures to center racial equity in decision-making.
Protecting Essential Workers
Philadelphia, PA. In response to COVID-19, the city passed legislation to protect essential workers from retaliation for reporting unsafe working conditions or refusing to work in environments that put their health at risk.
A Public Health Centered Equity Agenda
Albany, NY. The city passed an ordinance that addresses systemic racism and calls for a reallocation of resources to traditionally underserved communities; the city auditor will conduct a performance audit of the city’s implementation of the legislation.
