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Join me for a discussion on the Subjective and the Objective. Places are limited - get in quick! See you then! #regeneration #placemaking #constructioncost #inflation #builtenvironment #realestate #insights https://lnkd.in/en5DSdQT

Just attended the "Planning While Black: Sustaining an Inclusive Urban Renaissance" panel at the American Planning Association conference, and I'm truly inspired! It's a powerful reminder of how crucial equity is in urban planning. As planners, we must keep communities at the heart of every decision. Let's commit to making equity and inclusivity the foundation of our work. #UrbanPlanning #EquityInAction #APAConference

As a woman-owned business that prioritizes partnering with other woman-owned and diverse-owned commercial building contractors and suppliers, Freedom Construction brings a much-needed diverse perspective and labor force to the West Michigan industry and economy. According to recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: - Only 9.9% of construction industry professionals nationwide are women. - 6.2% are black. - 2% are Asian. Bringing diversity to the industry isn’t just about race or gender; it’s about bringing skills and experiences honed from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Ultimately, this convergence of diverse abilities allows us to better serve all people in the community, combat unconscious bias, see around corners, catch oversights in planning, and logistically, tap into a labor force that is underutilized in the industry. #womeninconstruction #minoritiesinconstruction #westmichigan

🌆 Greater Washington's resilience shines as new development projects emerge in 2023, even amidst economic challenges. From innovative office-to-residential conversions to fresh public housing initiatives, our region is buzzing with potential. In D.C., where over $81.6 billion in projects have been realized since 2000, the focus is shifting. The trend? More mixed-use and residential endeavors, reflecting our city's dynamic needs. Our recent State of the District and Region Conference shed light on this evolution. Leaders, including Alex Orfinger of the Washington Business Journal, emphasized the significance of revitalizing downtown and fostering business growth. Gerren Price of Downtown D.C. BID highlighted the strategic importance of transforming underutilized spaces, adapting to the city's growth trajectory. D.C.'s future is bright, and we're here for it! Dive into the full insights: https://swiy.co/I79B #DC #DCGrowth #FutureOfDC #Business #UrbanDevelopment

This Black History Month, we're taking a look back at a Transportation For America & Smart Growth America report from last summer – Divided by Design. The report details the damage and inequities deliberately created by and in the federal transportation program from ~1950 onward, how our current transportation program is rooted in the previous era and exacerbates inequities, and what needs to change. "If our elected, appointed, and civil transportation decision-makers fail to understand how current USDOT guidance and state DOT actions are still actively harming low-income people, people of color, older people, and people with disabilities, they cannot begin to truly rectify these injustices. Their intent to do things differently or better than their publicly racist forebears in the 1950s and 1960s is irrelevant when many of those previous practices are still deeply embedded in the transportation policies and standards of today. Today’s leaders must understand how the past is still shaping current practices. They must reevaluate how their decisions are made and who their decisions serve." #BlackHistoryMonth https://lnkd.in/gM32fUft

Based on the 1996 Disparity Study, KCMO adopted the following City-wide goals to be used by departments and agencies. Construction Professional Services Other Services Materials and Supplies African American 9% African American 8% African American 13% African American 9% Hispanic American/Latino American 5% Hispanic American/Latino American 3% Hispanic American/Latino American 3% Hispanic American/Latino American 3% Native American/Asian American/Pacific Islander American 1% Native American/Asian American/Pacific Islander American 2% Native American/Asian American/Pacific Islander American 2% Native American/Asian American/Pacific Islander American 2% White women 7% White women 8% White women 10% White women 9% Each City department and agency submits to the Director an annual MBE/WBE utilization plan for the next fiscal year that includes agency MBE and WBE goals, and any other relevant or necessary information. Departments and agencies are to use good faith efforts to obtain M/WBE participation and 37 shape the scope, specifications and size of a contract to enhance participation. Each department director, as part of his or her annual evaluation, is reviewed concerning program implementation. In the event a deficiency is found, HRD will work with the director to identify prohibiting factors and offer any assistance necessary to successfully implement the program. 118

Look who made the front page! 👀 The September issue of Business Alabama Magazine features our president, Reggie Torbor, with the title story "Breaking Ground with Diversity." The article highlights our work to foster diverse talent within general construction that will change the face of the industry. Stay tuned - because there's more work to do and more headlines! #Pylon #PylonBuildingGroup #PylonBuilds

Dr. King's legacy continues at the intersections of civil rights and environmental activism, shaping environmental laws, championing nonviolent direct action, and stressing the vital role of communities of color in climate solutions 🌏 ➡️ Swipe through the graphics to learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s influence on the environmental justice movement today, and how you can join in to take action today to support climate justice. #mlkjr #environmentaljustice #climatejustice

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