Economic Policy
The Joint Center’s Economic Policy Program identifies challenges and opportunities for advancing the economic status of Black communities. See below for research, analysis, and activities related to economic policy.
The Best Black Economy in Generations – And Why It Isn’t Enough
By Dedrick Asante-Muhammad and Algernon Austin Black Americans are experiencing the most positive economic conditions in generations: Record low unemployment rates, record low poverty rates, along with record high income…
Joint Center President Quoted in Mother Jones on Wealth Distribution
Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad was quoted in Mother Jones discussing wealth distribution in response to former First Lady Michelle Obama’s speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. From the…
August 2024 FOCUS: Inside Black DC (Economic Policy)
Joint Center President Joins National Fair Housing Alliance’s Plenary Session with TIME Magazine’s Racial Wealth Gap Closers
Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad joined the National Fair Housing Alliance’s National Conference for a plenary session entitled “Leading the Charge: Insights from TIME Magazine’s Racial Wealth Gap Closers.” The…
July 2024 FOCUS: Inside Black DC (Economic Policy)
Joint Center Vice President, Policy Joins Roosevelt Institute’s Webinar to Discuss Black Perspectives on Tax Reform
Joint Center Vice President, Policy Jessica Fulton joined Roosevelt Institute’s webinar entitled Black Perspectives on Tax Reform. The discussion brought together experts to discuss the effects of the Tax Cuts…
Joint Center Vice President, Policy Joins Webinar on the Pandemic’s Impact on Black Women’s Financial Health
Joint Center Vice President, Policy Jessica Fulton joined The Sadie Collective’s webinar, Navigating Wealth: Unveiling the Pandemic’s Impact on Black Women’s Financial Health.” The conversation focused on insights on job…
Joint Center President Participates in Conversation on Advancing an Equitable Policy Agenda
Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad participated in an armchair conversation alongside Black Wealth Data Center and Greenwood Initiative sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies. The conversation focused on the challenges and opportunities…
June 2024 FOCUS: Inside Black DC (Economic Policy)
Joint Center Joined Minority Business Economic Forum Discussion on the Future of Diverse Business
Joint Center Vice President, Policy Jessica Fulton participated in the “The Future of Diverse Business: Headwinds, Opportunities & The Pathway Forward” panel discussion hosted by the National Minority Business Economic…