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Black History Month: honoring community development work
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.

In celebration of Black History Month, Americans recognize the rich accomplishments of African-Americans as part of our shared history. Many significant contributors are well known; others do or did their work in the shadows.

One of the most important figures in NeighborWorks America's history is Dorothy Richardson, known by some as the “mother of community development.”

Richardson, a pioneer in the community-based development movement, was the driving force behind the establishment of NeighborWorks. Her legacy lives on today through the work of our network in communities around the country.
Connecticut woman turns tragedy into hope for neighborhood youth
Erika Cooper sits on a table with two high school girls, all of them wearing green shirts
For more than two decades NeighborWorks America has recognized outstanding community leaders with our Dorothy Richardson Resident Leadership award. One of our 2016 winners, Erika Cooper, brings residents together in her Connecticut neighborhood to combat violence and ensures local youngsters are keeping busy with positive activities during the summer.
Development plan respects history and culture of North Carolina community
A group of people stand around a table, looking at a map of Raleigh
The sale of a neglected historic landmark in Raleigh's African-American community highlighted concerns about gentrification and displacement. Our network organization, DHIC, stepped in to create a redevelopment plan that respects the neighborhood's culture and responds to residents' needs.

Excerpted from NeighborWorks Works: Practical Solutions from America's Community Development Network
Unique approach increases African-American homeowners in Oregon
A group of 18 people stand in front of a colorful wall, holding up certificates
NeighborWorks network member Portland Housing Center saw a 50 percent drop in the proportion of African-Americans using its homebuying services compared to other populations. The organization was determined to find a way to bridge the gap with that group.

Excerpted from NeighborWorks Works: Practical Solutions from America's Community Development Network
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
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Green circle reading: Nearly 42 percent of black people were homeowners compared to 72 percent of white people in 2016.
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