Miguel Algarin

Solidarity Economies: Hyperlocal Strategies to Create Durable and Equitable Communities During Times of Political Transformation

As our country undergoes major political shifts, it’s essential to focus on hyperlocal strategies that promote financial and social equity for ourselves and our communities. This session explores how to build solidarity economies and unity to address the racial wealth gap.

Through presentations, discussions, and interactive activities, speakers will share data and community-informed approaches to advancing hyperlocal economies for Black, Indigenous, Latine, and Asian American communities.

Miguel Algarin will outline the work of Living Cities' Closing the Gaps Cohort, demonstrating how partnerships with city governments and community organizations are helping local leaders leverage needs assessments, data, and technical assistance to advance wealth building pathways via home and business ownership. Miguel will discuss several strategies including shared ownership, community land trusts, local business incubation, and other innovative approaches we aim to support in our cities.

Kellee Coleman, from the City of Austin, will share her experiences engaging residents to shape local programs and policies, including efforts to boost homeownership and business ownership for BIPOC communities in Austin and her work building successful connections between local community organizations and city government.

Participants will walk away with an expanded toolkit of ways to collaborate with residents to name and address challenges in their respective communities, as well as a case study from the City of Austin about how they are leveraging community feedback to expand BIPOC homeownership. Join us to learn practical solutions for a more equitable housing landscape, where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive and build intergenerational wealth.

Speakers: Kellee Coleman, Miguel Algarin