Economy Projects and Videos
Announcing the Carolina Across 100 Initiative Click on the image below to learn more! Get involved with Carolina Across 100 Check out the official Carolina Across 100 website to see … Read more
Research has found that the EITC increases participation in the labor force, particularly among single mothers, and reduces poverty. But its impacts are generally restricted to families with children. An … Read more
At the individual level, social capital networks help all people access resources that promote economic mobility. However, low-income young adults are more likely to be disconnected from individuals and institutions … Read more
COVID-19 exacerbated many existing issues related to the economic mobility gap, such as low-income employment, education, and small business closures. Charlotte Open for Business is a two-phase approach to both … Read more
Historically a mill town, the decline of the textile industry resulted in economic and job loss for Rocky Mount. The city and private investors engaged in adaptive reuse, which means … Read more