Making Greater DC a place of opportunity for all. Highlights What Could Stronger Rent Control Mean for DC Residents? November 9, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing economic fallout continues to drain families’ resources. Highlights How Could Statehood Increase Equity for DC Residents? November 2, 2020 On June 26, the US House of Representatives passed legislation to make the District of Columbia the 51st state by a 232–180 vote. Highlights How Can DC Reverse and Prevent Cultural Displacement of Black Latines? November 6, 2020 Racist policies and practices have facilitated gentrification and displacement, which have disproportionat Data you can trust about Greater DC communities. Select GeographyCensus TractsCountiesDC Advisory Neighboorhood CommissionsDC Neighborhood ClustersDC Police Service AreasDC WardsDC Zip Codes Select a Topic Select an Indicator Select a Year Learn more about the Greater DC region. Highlights What does bikeshare trip data reveal about connections across DC neighborhoods? March 5, 2019 In an earlier analysis of Washington, DC’s Capital Bikeshare program, we found that bikeshare stations tend to be concentrated in whiter and more affluent neighborhoods, and p Highlights Concerns over privatization of DC’s public housing underline larger problems February 27, 2019 The DC Housing Authority (DCHA) is under fire from the city council and advocates concerned about deteriorating conditions and what they view as the threat of privatization. Highlights Three ways bikeshare can counteract, not reinforce, DC's disparities February 12, 2019 Bikesharing has gained popularity in US cities as concerns about health, congestion, and climate change have increased. In 2010, the DC Department of Transportation introduced the first city-operated bikesharing system in North America. Research Report Nontraditional-Hour Child Care in the District of Columbia February 11, 2019 Finding high-quality child care that aligns with parents’ work schedules can be a significant barrier to successful employment and children’s healthy development. Brief Kindred Pilot Study: Summary of Findings from Parent Surveys and Focus Groups January 31, 2019 Kindred aims to tackle issues of racial and economic segregation in DC schools and communities by supporting dialogue groups for parents. Highlights Cataloging where DC should preserve affordable housing as the city’s population continues to grow January 30, 2019 Update (9/14/20): The DC Preservation Catalog website was retired on Sept. 10, 2020. Highlights Urban–Greater DC’s best of 2018 December 31, 2018 The Urban Institute has strong roots in Washington, DC, our home base for the past 50 years. Research Report Analyzing a Localized Giving Culture December 21, 2018 A recent survey of charitable giving practices at the state, county, and metropolitan level published by the Chronicle of Philanthropy sparked questions about the nature of the disparities in giving patterns between various locales and a Research Report Analysis of the Giving Potential of High-Income Donors in the Washington, DC, Metropolitan Region December 21, 2018 The recent Chronicle of Philanthropy How America Gives report highlighted the Washington, DC, metropolitan region as a place of exceptional giving—DC ranks high on the list of total charitable dollars given—and one of unmet “giv Brief State of Immigrants in the District of Columbia December 18, 2018 This brief focuses on immigrants in Washington, DC, to help the mayor’s office and its partners better understand and serve DC’s immigrant community. Highlights To close equity gaps in DC’s wards and neighborhoods, start with data November 15, 2018 Opportunities for DC residents to be safe and healthy, to own a home and earn a living wage, and to improve their lives and prosper aren’t equitable across the District. Highlights How research supports an organization serving Asian American youth in DC November 8, 2018 Asian American Youth Leadership Empowerment and Development (AALEAD) provides after- Brief Elevating Cultural Relevance and Racial Equity in Research and Evaluation October 31, 2018 Interest in evidence-based programs is increasing—not just among policymakers, but among philanthropic organizations. Simultaneously, more foundations are interested in supporting efforts that advance racial equity in research and in the field. Research Report A Study of Enrollment Projections for DC's Public Schools: Assuring Accuracy and Transparency October 30, 2018 Projecting future enrollment is an essential responsibility of school districts that municipalities and districts rely on for planning, budgeting, and evaluation. Highlights A new flexible rent subsidy program aims to help working families afford housing September 27, 2018 The District of Columbia Housing Authority waiting list for Housing Choice Vouchers contains more than 40,000 families, even though the list closed in 2013. Load More
