Social Equity

7 articles

A diverse group of people enjoying a lush, vibrant urban park, showcasing the community and environmental benefits of green spaces in a city.
Neighborhoods

What Are The Benefits of Urban Green Spaces For Community & Environment?

Across 862 cities in 31 European countries, a study evaluated the '3-30-300 rule' for urban green spaces, setting a new benchmark for urban planning.

Derek Molina·July 20, 2026
A vibrant urban park juxtaposed with a gentrifying neighborhood, highlighting the complex social and economic impacts of urban greening initiatives.
Neighborhoods

What Are the Top Challenges for Urban Green Spaces?

In a study of 28 North American and European cities, urban greening was a leading or contributing factor in citywide gentrification in 17 places between 1990 and 2016, according to the Lincoln Institu

Derek Molina·July 5, 2026
Diverse group of residents discussing housing plans with a Community Land Trust representative in a vibrant urban neighborhood.
Neighborhoods

What are Community Land Trusts and why do they matter for affordable housing?

More than 350,000 affordable rental homes could vanish by 2030, a looming crisis projected by Grounded Solutions that threatens to displace countless families and destabilize urban neighborhoods.

Derek Molina·May 20, 2026
A split image contrasting a well-maintained park in an affluent neighborhood with an overgrown, neglected park in a less affluent area, illustrating socioeconomic disparities in local governance.
Neighborhoods

How Socioeconomic Status Shapes Neighborhood Governance

In Oklahoma City, a neighborhood's ability to tackle local issues through its association is often a direct reflection of its residents' bank accounts, not their collective will.

Derek Molina·April 16, 2026
Diverse community members engaging in various activities within a bright, modern, and welcoming community center, fostering connection and well-being.
Community

What is the role of community centers in neighborhood well-being?

In New Hampshire, a recent review of over 7,500 potential community sites found only 100 entities across 238 municipalities qualified as official community centers, according to Nhmunicipal .

Derek Molina·April 12, 2026
Diverse community enjoying a vibrant urban park at sunset, featuring lush trees, walking paths, and city skyline, symbolizing healthy, integrated urban living and smart city investment.
Neighborhoods

Beyond Budgets: Why Accessible Public Green Spaces Are Our Best Urban Investment

Prioritizing accessible public green spaces is the most critical investment for a city's long-term economic vitality, social equity, and community well-being. It's about building resilient, healthy urban environments for generations to come.

Aaron Blake·April 9, 2026
A diverse urban neighborhood scene depicting the process of gentrification, with old and new architecture blending, and residents from different backgrounds interacting on a bustling street.
Neighborhoods

What Is Gentrification? A Guide to Its Causes, Effects, and Solutions in Urban Areas

Gentrification is a complex process of neighborhood change, bringing both new investment and significant challenges for long-term residents. This guide explores its causes, effects, and potential solutions in urban areas.

Aaron Blake·March 30, 2026