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Today, the @JointCenter released a brief introducing five principles to support Black workers and learners in pathways to non-degree credentials. As federal investments reshape high-growth industries, equitable credential pathways are essential. Read the brief by

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Ten years ago, we released Racial Diversity Among Top Senate Staff, our first report on congressional staff diversity. POC were 36% of the U.S. population but just 7.1% of top Senate staff. By 2023, that rose to 15.8%. But there's still more to do. We are grateful to

The Joint Center’s 2016 Roundtable of the South brought together state and local elected officials to tackle key issues—from jobs and health to the school-to-prison pipeline. We continue to provide elected officials with research, data, and policy solutions tailored to the

In 2015, then-New York City Council Deputy Leader @JumaaneWilliams (right) was among the 25 elected officials who participated in our three-day policy roundtable in Washington, DC. Support our continued commitment to advancing equity through research, partnership, and action:

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Last week, Joint Center Senior Researcher Cantrell Dumas joined Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter for a powerful community conversation exploring how civic engagement drives housing, education, economics, environment, and nutrition in our communities. More

This month marks 10 years since Eddie N. Williams — longtime leader of the Joint Center — received the Louis E. Martin Great American Award. His vision helped shape the Joint Center into the nation’s leading think tank for the future of Black communities. Celebrate our 55th

Last night, the Joint Center board and staff gathered together for our end-of-year dinner at Succotash in Washington, D.C. We are grateful to celebrate another year of providing evidence-based research, analysis, convenings, and strategic communications that center Black

In 2015, @SenBooker spoke about criminal justice reform at a Joint Center convening. We also honored him with our Louis E. Martin Great American Award in 2014. Each year, we continue to convene and celebrate leaders who promote ideas that advance Black communities. Help ensure

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In 2018, former Black Talent Initiative Director @DonBellCT helped launch Staff Up Congress with @NALEO, an initiative aimed to increase diversity among mid- to senior-level staff on Capitol Hill. The Joint Center remains committed to this mission. Support our work:

In 2018, Congressman @BobbyScott joined three Joint Center convenings on Capitol Hill to discuss the future of work for Black communities. We continue to bring people together during national shifts to discuss how it impacts Black communities. With a small donation in

Dr. Margaret Simms, a nationally recognized economist, helped shape the @JointCenter from 1986 to 2007 as deputy director of research, VP for governance & economic analysis, and interim president. Help support our legacy: https://t.co/GVMS2aVDzU.

In this historic photo, former Joint Center President Eddie N. Williams meets with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and Vice President Al Gore — a moment that reflects the Joint Center’s national and global influence during a critical period for democracy and governance. Help

We were honored to posthumously present Secretary of State Colin Powell with the Louis E. Martin Great American Award. In 2023, former Joint Center President @SpencerOverton presented the award to Michael K. Powell, former @FCC Chair and son of General Powell. We continue to

A new report from the @JointCenter for Political and Economic Studies highlights persistent inequities facing Black students in career and technical education programs.

On Monday, join Joint Center Senior Fellow Narda Jones for a discussion on internet policy and AI governance at @BrookingsInst's event, "The future of the internet in the age of AI." Learn more & RSVP here:

In 2022, @ShalandaYoung46, former director of the Office of Management and Budget, spoke at the Joint Center's Future of Black Communities Summit. As the first Black woman to lead the OMB, she serves as a reminder that who sits at the table matters — and that representation

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Former Joint Center President @RalphBEverett and then-Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee at a Joint Center gathering — a reminder of our legacy in bringing leaders together to focus on the issues shaping Black communities. As we celebrate 55 years, help us continue this legacy:

➡️ NEW RESEARCH: The Joint Center's new brief examines how Perkins V impacts Black learners in CTE programs. As Congress eyes reauthorization for 2026, we outline key policy solutions to improve economic mobility. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/RrnYDY0YzX

For #GivingTuesday, we’re spotlighting this moment between Joint Center Co-Founder Dr. Kenneth B. Clark and President Jimmy Carter — two leaders who spent their careers pushing the country toward a fairer, more inclusive future. We were proud to present President Carter with our

For Freedom Monday, we’re revisiting this moment between President John F. Kennedy and Joint Center Co-Founder Louis E. Martin — a leader widely known as the “Godfather of Black Politics.” During the 1960 campaign, Martin encouraged President Kennedy to reach out to Coretta

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