Democratizing Our Data: Covid-19 Impacts on Black and Brown Businesses

The economic impact of Covid-19 on small businesses is unprecedented. Between February and April of 2020, 22% of small businesses disappeared. The number of active white business owners dropped to 17%. In comparison, the number of Black business owners dropped by 41% and Latinx business owners decreased by 32% (Fairlie 2020). This data highlights the disproportionate impacts the pandemic has …

State Violence: A Public Statement by the Kheprw Institute

Dreasjon Reed was killed on Wednesday May 6th, his murder recorded on Facebook live. Over the course of 24 hours, 3 people were killed by IMPD. They were McHale Rose, Ashlynn Lisby and her unborn child in addition to Dreasjon. The Kheprw Institute grieves with the rest of the families and the community at large and remains steadfast in our …

7 Steps to Community Social Innovation

“Chaos is another word for opportunity.” – I Ching The buzz words just keep coming.  Inclusive Growth Race and Equity Sustainability Social Determinants of Health And of course last, but not least – social innovation. While I understand the importance of words to capture and focus our efforts, I’m challenged by the fact that often these concepts are primarily shaped …