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What does it take to create thriving public spaces? Beyond design, it requires intentional engagement, inclusive development, and long-term investment. Learn more in this Urban Wire article. urbn.is/4dJojxZ #Cities #UrbanPlanning #Communities

Why “Build It, and They Will Come” Isn’t Enough to Foster Vibrant Public Spaces

To ensure civic assets evolve alongside their communities, they need ongoing investment, programming, maintenance, and resident input and engagement to help …

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Many mission-driven organizations want to use AI but lack in-house expertise to evaluate tools. A new blog post highlights how the AI Studio assesses AI tools for the public sector, from data readiness to tool evaluation. urbn.is/4zHPfGR #AI #Policy #Solutions

Evaluating AI Solutions for the Public Sector

Understanding where an AI solution might be falling short and implementing improvements is a core focus of the Urban Institute AI Studio.

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New analysis shows the average wage doesn't cover the basic needs of a single parent with 2 children in 99% of US counties. Explore how wages + living costs have changed over time and why quality jobs are essential for family affordability. urbn.is/4jTYKOw #Families #Data

Jobs Don’t Pay Enough to Make Most Counties Affordable for Young Families

The average wage isn’t enough to cover basic needs for a single parent and two children in 99 percent of counties.

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Join Urban's Upward Mobility Initiative on 10/29 @ 1 p.m. ET for a virtual workshop exploring how local leaders can foster dignity and belonging in their communities—and why these conditions are essential to advancing upward mobility. urbn.is/4B8qqVV #LiveatUrban

Building Dignity and Belonging into Local Programs and Services

Join the Urban Institute’s Upward Mobility Initiative for a virtual workshop exploring how local leaders can foster dignity and belonging in their communities—and why these conditions are essential...

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Designed to help governments and mission-driven organizations harness AI responsibly, the new Urban Institute AI Studio combines policy expertise, technical skills, and evaluation to better serve communities. Explore more. urbn.is/4jYAKK0 #AI #Policy #Solutions

The Urban Institute AI Studio

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What can children's savings accounts and baby bonds teach us about 530A integration? Join Urban on 10/28 @ 2 p.m. ET for a virtual discussion on how enrollment pathways affect participation, family engagement, and more. urbn.is/4hHHOJH #LiveatUrban #Wealth #Webinar

Pathways to Automatic Enrollment: Lessons from Children's Development Accounts and Baby Bonds for...

Automatic enrollment has long been considered a best practice in the early wealth-building field, helping increase participation, expand access, and reduce d…

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As communities recover from Hurricane Isaias, leaders face more than damaged homes and infrastructure. Urban research highlights three health challenges to prioritize during recovery and future preparedness efforts. urbn.is/4hUpoUP #Climate #Healthcare #HurricaneIsaias

After Hurricane Isaias, Gulf Coast Officials Will Need to Prioritize Three Likely Health Challenges

The experiences of Gulf Coast residents suggest that health outcomes are shaped by much more than access to medical care.

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Tribes and other Indigenous communities are disproportionately exposed to hazards, yet funding barriers can hinder recovery and resilience. Urban’s tool shows local disaster histories and offers disaster resilience funding strategies. urbn.is/4zoIIAS #Data #Tribal

Explore Disaster Data and Funding Strategies for Tribes and Indigenous Communities

This tool can help tribal and Indigenous communities leverage disaster data to strategically pursue opportunities for federal disaster recovery funding.

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Urban analysis estimates that reducing environmental hazards in K–12 schools could lead to meaningful gains in students’ lifetime earnings. Learn more in this new article. urbn.is/4AWMra9 #Education #Environment #Research

Reducing Environmental Hazards In K–12 Schools Can Boost Students’ Lifetime Earnings

Urban Institute analysis of five causal research studies suggests that exposure to environmental hazards can shape student outcomes long beyond childhood.

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New Urban analysis highlights key strengths of the Child Care and Development Fund, which helped nearly 1M #families and1.6M children access #childcare in 2023. The study examines the program's impact and how state flexibility shapes families' experiences. urbn.is/4hRV0KS

The Child Care and Development Fund

This brief highlights 25 years of Urban research that has demonstrated the critical role CCDF policies and practices can play, not only in helping parents wo…

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🧵: Census data help communities identify needs, track change, and target effective policy solutions. They also power Urban tools on affordability, debt, mobility, and financial well-being. Explore Urban's data tools ➡️ urbn.is/4el7rh4 #2030Census #Census2030 #CensusData
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Upward Mobility Data Dashboard ➡️ urbn.is/4wVRR2l

Upward Mobility Data Dashboard

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Financial Health and Wealth Dashboard ➡️ urbn.is/3TKRlXg

Financial Health and Wealth Dashboard

An illustration of financial well-being at the local level—looking beyond income to include credit, debt, savings, assets, and wealth.

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New Urban #research shows how DC’s early educator compensation program is helping build a supply of more stable, high-quality #childcare: 🔎 Reduced staff departures & improved staffing stability. 🔎 Year 4 lessons, challenges & child care supply changes. urbn.is/3VAFPOA

DC Raised Wages for Child Care Educators Four Years Ago. What Happened Next?

DC’s first-in-the-nation compensation program shows that improving educator compensation can provide the foundation for a more affordable, thriving child car…

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Hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding pose growing risks to #Latino homeowners, who often face greater exposure and barriers to recovery. This report explores the impacts and offers #policy solutions to enhance resilience and long-term #housing stability. urbn.is/4yc1334

Climate Risks to Latino Homeowners and Communities

Latino homeowners and communities across the United States face escalating climate risks, including hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding.

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New insights from the Student Upward Mobility Initiative explore how existing administrative and behavioral #data can be repurposed to identify broad patterns of skill distribution among #students. Explore the latest findings + resources. urbn.is/4yvVQE9

Measuring skills that drive student upward mobility | Urban Institute

Social and Economic Policy Research

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Many young parents are working but still struggling financially. New research examines the challenges they face and why jobs and support systems should better reflect the realities of raising children while building a career. urbn.is/4yugZyp #Families #Employment #Jobs

Seven Million Young Parents Are Working. Why Are So Many Still Struggling Financially?

Employment alone does not guarantee financial stability for young parent workers.

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How affordable is life in your community? 📈 Urban’s American Affordability Tracker combines the latest data on earnings, household costs, and financial strain, alongside policy recommendations for leaders at all levels. urbn.is/3TMsQIK #Affordability #Data #Policy

The American Affordability Tracker

Timely data on Americans’ finances and the cost of basic needs by state and congressional district.

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