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TOOLS
The self-assessments are crafted for use by professionals in economic and community development, including health and human service professionals, community organizers, policymakers, and other stakeholders. The assessments serve as instruments for gathering data on crucial equity indicators. By offering a systematic and structured approach to assess equity these tools aid in the identification of patterns and trends that may not be immediately evident.
The downloadable tools below help to identify the disparities and inequities that exist within our own individual practices, our organizations, and our communities, and they provide a framework for developing strategies to address those deficits.
ABOUT THE TOOLS
They help to:
- Identify disparities and inequity in the community
- Inform policy and program development
- Engage the community
- Monitor progress over time
- Impress the importance of equity in community development
Equity is important in community development because it:
- Promotes social inclusion
- Reduces disparities
- Improves community well-being
- Increases economic growth
- build truth and social cohesion