Publications

Beyond the Badge: Policing as a Social Determinant of Health

This brief will conduct a difference-in-difference analysis comparing health outcomes in Minneapolis, MN and St. Louis, MO before and after the passage of the Minnesota Police Accountability Act and other city-level ordinances in Minneapolis, where George Floyd’s death brought renewed urgency to demands for police accountability.

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NREI 2024 Annual Report

The 2024 Annual Report offers a detailed overview of the National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI). Read this report to learn about the progress made on our key […]

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NREI 2023 Annual Report

The 2023 Annual Report offers an overview of the National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI), highlighting our progress on key priorities throughout the year. As NREI enters its fourth year of operations, we look forward to the impactful work that lies ahead in 2024.

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2024 CBCF DEI Resource Guide

View a list of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) resources provided by our Center for Policy Analysis & Research.

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NREI Atlanta Community Conversation Take-Action Guide

The National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI) hosted a Community Conversation in Atlanta, GA on June 8, 2024. Check out this Take-Action Guide for key information, resources, and action steps on Voting Rights that came from the conversation.

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Understanding Cholesterol Disparities in the Black Community

This brief provides an in-depth analysis of cholesterol, including its disproportionate impact on the Black community and its role in increasing risk factors for other illnesses. Additionally, the author addresses misconceptions about cholesterol health and outlines steps to reduce high cholesterol levels.

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The Fight to Increase Racial Equity within Cannabis Policy

This brief outlines the history of cannabis policy in the United States and examines the current landscape for cannabis legalization at the state level. Additionally, the authors analyze a policy proposal aimed at lowering the barriers for Black entrepreneurs entering the cannabis industry.

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NREI 2022 Annual Report

This 2022 Annual Report provides an overview of the National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI) to capture our progress on priorities in 2022. As NREI embarks on its third year of operations, we eagerly anticipate the meaningful work that lies ahead in 2023.

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Burning Issues: Heat Islands, Environmental Victimization, and Economic Disparities in Black Communities

This report examines the intersectional dynamics of UHIs and their effects on the Black community, exploring the underlying drivers, socioecological impacts, and policy implications of UHI-induced environmental victimization.

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Rainbow Resilience: Addressing State Legislation and Healthcare Disparities Among Black LGBTQ+ Communities

This policy brief highlights how recent changes in LGBTQ+ healthcare legislation across states particularly impact Black LGBTQ+ communities, necessitating urgent advocacy for policies that safeguard their rights and ensure equitable access to healthcare.

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