Articles tagged as: Racial equity
October 27, 2020
Racial Equity Now An Issue For Indiana School Board Candidates To Address
Racial equity issues have been an afterthought -- if mentioned at all -- in most Indiana school board races in past years. But after this summers social justice protests, students and communities are demanding school boards address systemic racism and a wide range of connected issues.
Read MoreOctober 13, 2020
Report: Indiana Funding Model Grows Inequity Among Schools Based On Race, Income Status
A recent report says school funding gaps between students based on income status and race are widening under Indiana's state funding model, but it also makes recommendations to change course.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2020
Indiana-Based Companies Commit To Improving Racial Equity Internally And In Indy
The Indy Racial Equity Pledge includes addressing inequalities in health, education, and criminal justice while increasing job opportunities and raising entry-level wages.
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2020
New Study Examines Why, How Marion County Residents Lose Homes
From 2014 to 2018, Marion County had a housing loss rate of 4.9 percent. About 17,500 households lost their homes each year. New America's Yuliya Panfil says the report takes a deep dive into census statistics to find which neighborhoods are in danger.
Read MoreSeptember 8, 2020
Report Shows Home Lending Disparity In Marion County
Black residents in Indianapolis continue to face inequity and disparity when it comes to home ownership and home loan lending.
Read MoreSeptember 2, 2020
Banking Center In Near Northeast Neighborhood To Provide Financial Opportunity
A new bank on the near northeast side aims to increase equity in home ownership and business lending.
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2020
WNBA Players Advocate For Social Justice
The WNBA stood with major sporting leagues across the country postponing games for several days last week.
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2020
Health Advocates Say Some COVID-19 Testing Lacks Cultural Sensitivity
Months into Indiana's fight against COVID-19, some community health leaders say testing efforts don't always consider the Hoosiers they serve. That includes Black and Latinx Hoosiers, as well as undocumented immigrants and refugees.
Read MoreAugust 31, 2020
Libraries Getting Money For Materials On Racial Injustice
After the death of George Floyd by police and the ensuing protests, many libraries were overwhelmed by requests for materials.
Read MoreAugust 26, 2020
PUP Launches New Line To Amplify Movement For Racial Equality
From WFYI's Arts and Culture Desk, Jill Ditmire spoke with PUP Executive Director Turae Dabney about its ongoing dedication to solving community issues.
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