economic development

Rural Development Hubs Executive Summary

This executive summary explains why Rural Development Hubs are important, how they work, and what it takes to do that work. It also discusses policy levers and enabling environments that can strengthen Rural Development Hubs, and that foster community and economic development that advances both equity and prosperity.

May 13, 2019

Webinar: Expanding inclusive development through employee ownership in opportunity zones

This webinar explores inclusive development through employee ownership in opportunity zones.

November 26, 2018
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Replacing Gentrification with People-Focused Development

A brewery in Barrio Logan found balance between revitalizing the Latino neighborhood while honoring the people who live there.

July 23, 2018

How Local Leaders Can Embrace New Tools of Governance to Promote Inclusion

“How are cities changing, and who benefits, and how can we make sure that the most people benefit, and how do we make sure the city is inclusive for as many people as possible, is the issue we are all going to be faced with increasingly in the future.”

May 30, 2018

Whose Money is It?

APEP has been thinking a lot about the power dynamics between funders and grantees.

May 25, 2018

Latino Business Can Save the Economy — If We Help It

Latinos start new firms at a higher rate than anyone else.

May 30, 2017