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Rep. Watt Can Save the American Dream

Change is coming to the most important government agency, one which most Americans have never heard …

Posted by Alan Jenkins on 22 May 13

May 13  ·  Industry News »

Wayne Meyer receives “Champion of Change” award from White House

The White House honored 5 NJ residents and organizations that responded to help victims of Hurricane Sandy last month. more

May 13  ·  Industry News »

ESOP Announces New Executive Director

Roslyn Quarto will replace Mark Seifert as executive director of Empowering and Strengthening Ohio’s People (ESOP). more

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Comprehensive Community Initiatives

Redefining Community Development

Takes a close look at comprehensive community initiatives, including those supported by the Annie E. Casey, Clark, Ford, and Surdna Foundations, and their role in empowering poor communities. The report examines how community groups work together toward the common purpose of changing the way their local systems (housing, schools, welfare) work and the way community groups work within those systems.

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Reconnecting Jobs and Housing

National community development leaders discuss making the case for housing in a "jobs above all else" political environment.