Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. It’s also a day to reflect on the progress that’s been made in advancing racial equity efforts—and recognize the work that remains in dismantling the systemic barriers that perpetuate inequity. What can stakeholders do today to deliver meaningful change and embark on the path to inclusive growth? “To properly diagnose racial inequity in the United States, it is crucial to understand the historical context of each locality and the lived experiences of its residents in addition to collecting data that reveals differences in economic outcomes and living standards across racial groups, cities, and communities,” write Darius Bates, Kweilin Ellingrud, Ramesh Srinivasan, and coauthors in a recent article. Check out these insights to understand the importance of leveraging local insights to inform and strengthen racial equity efforts in the United States, and dive into more research from the McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility for ways to empower, inspire, and sustain action that leads to the economic development of Black communities.
Zooming in: Using local insights to inform US racial-equity efforts
Corporate commitments to racial justice: An update
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Diagnostic approaches to support community-based racial-equity efforts
Black consumers: Where to invest for equity (a preview)
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