The Federal Policy Landscape for Community Development

While the country is on a path back to recovery from the health and economic impacts of COVID-19, many questions remain about how to tackle the twin issues of poverty and inequality – issues that have persisted for decades, but have been magnified in the wake of the pandemic and a heightened national call for social justice.

On July 13, 2021, LISC hosted a discussion on current federal programs and new proposed initiatives that are critical to addressing the health and economic well-being of low income families and communities.

Part One

A discussion of the White House’s economic policy agenda, including the proposed American Jobs Plan and American Families Plan, and what is ahead for affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure.

• Robert Rubin, Chair, LISC Board of Directors, and former Secretary of the U.S. Treasury
• Brian Deese, Director, White House National Economic Council

Part Two

A virtual interactive panel featuring on the ground practitioners discussing what fuels community development policies and practices, including the role of the federal government, the importance of public-private partnerships, and what resources local organizations need in order to better serve their communities.

• Lisa Glover, Interim President & CEO, LISC (moderator)
• Ellis Carr, President and CEO, Capital Impact Partners (Arlington, VA)
• Donna Duvin, Executive Director, International Rescue Committee of San Diego (San Diego, CA)
• Rose Garcia, Executive Director, Tierra Del Sol Housing Corporation (Las Cruces, NM)
• Matt Josephs, Senior Vice President for Policy, LISC
• Bill McKinney, Executive Director, New Kensington Community Development Corporation (Philadelphia, PA)

Check out LISC’s 2021-2022 Policy Priorities for more information on our federal policy agenda.

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