Building Black Political
Power in Durham

• Affordable Housing & Homeownership – Expanding access to safe, affordable rental housing and creating pathways for Black residents to build wealth through homeownership.

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• Economic Empowerment – Supporting Black-owned businesses, workforce development, and equitable access to contracts, jobs, and capital.

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• Community Safety & Justice – Advancing policies that protect Black communities, promote fair policing practices, and invest in community-based safety initiatives.

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• Health & Environmental Justice – Addressing health disparities and protecting Black neighborhoods from environmental harms while ensuring access to clean air, water, and green spaces.

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• Civic Engagement & Political Representation – Educating and mobilizing Black voters to ensure strong representation and voice in local and regional decision-making.​

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• Youth Empowerment – Investing in Black youth through educational support and career exposure, including expanding paid summer youth employment opportunities and soft skills-building programs that prepare young people for long-term success.

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