Significant progress has been made over the last 50 years in overcoming racial disparities and discrimination. Yet communities of color are still often underserved and plagued by poor schools, public services, environmental dangers and high crime rates. Practices like redlining and predatory lending pose barriers to home ownership and economic security. Red tape makes it difficult for small businesses to establish themselves in these communities and thwarting the creation of jobs and needed products and services.

NJPPRI’s affiliation with the Edward J Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University enhances our ability to examine important public policy issues and contribute to positive community outcomes. A solid partnership is key when working to develop solutions to problems that have the potential to impact thousands of people.