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From Policy to Progress: Partnering to Create Equitable Community Development

Dr. Raphael Bostic & Dr. George W. McCarthy in a conversation about the power of policy and collaboration.
Dr. Raphael Bostic & Dr. George W. McCarthy in a conversation about the power of policy and collaboration.

The influx of federal funds amid the coronavirus pandemic has reminded us of the power of a robust response to crisis, but funding is just one way government, policymakers, philanthropists and other organizations can influence how communities evolve. Thoughtful policy implemented well in our regions and communities can be the determining factor in successful, equitable community development.

Over the last nine months, we've been joining with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy to celebrate their 75th anniversary with a series of forums exploring  the specific challenges facing legacy citiesthe power of philanthropy to spur investment, and the  importance of creating equity in waterfront access.

Lincoln Institute board member and President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Dr. Raphael Bostic, and Lincoln Institute President Dr. George W. McCarthy join in a conversation about the power of policy and collaboration to solve some of the biggest challenges we face.

Raphael Bostic, Ph.D.
President, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

George W. McCarthy, Ph.D.
President and CEO, Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

Dan Moulthrop
CEO, The City Club of Cleveland

Natalia Garcia is a digital producer for the education team at Ideastream Public Media.