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About the Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series
The Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series is a forum for exploring the intersection of research, policy, and practice in the community development field. The Series expands access to high-quality research that informs stakeholders who are working to support low- and moderate-income communities and communities of color.
2026
Place-Based strategies: Strengthening local economies
Where people live can significantly impact their financial situations and job prospects. This is especially true for residents of lower-income neighborhoods. Join us for the 2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series, Place-based strategies: Strengthening local economies.
In this year’s three seminars, experts will share their research on job market differences, the impact of community-focused policies, and how investments can help local economies thrive.
Join us to explore how research and effective policies can create opportunities that benefit local communities as a whole.
Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies in Low-Income Communities
Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Rural Economies Through Investment
Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies through Labor Market Policies
2023
Keys to Opportunity in the Housing Market
Homeownership is increasingly out of reach for many households. At the same time, elevated demand for rental housing is driving up rents in communities across the United States. How can research inform strategies to improve housing affordability? Join us for the 2023 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar series, Keys to Opportunity in the Housing Market.
During each of this year’s three seminars, gain insights from experts sharing current research and analyses. Panelists will also discuss how this research can help inform policy solutions. Join us to explore how an evidence-based approach can collectively advance policies and actions to promote an inclusive housing market that supports more individuals and families in the communities you serve.
September 26
Research on Strategies for Preserving and Expanding Rental Housing Affordability
October 2
How Financial Models Advance and Constrain Low-income Communities
November 13
Renting, Owning, and Implications for the Racial Wealth Gap
2022
Toward an Inclusive Recovery
Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic erased a decade of economic progress in a matter of months, the community development field—including the financial, government, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors—has an opportunity to collectively advance policies and actions that support an inclusive and equitable recovery.
The 2022 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series presented research illuminating key issues critical to our economy. Presenters discussed relevant research and how the community development field can use these findings to support a recovery that benefits everyone. Watch on-demand.
Achieving an Equitable and Inclusive Wealth Recovery
How the Rules of the Labor Market Matter for Workers
Consequences of the Pandemic for Short and Long-Run Educational and Labor Market Outcomes
2021
Toward an Inclusive Recovery
In a matter of months, the COVID-19 pandemic erased a decade of economic progress. It exposed existing economic and health inequities faced by lower-income people and people of color. Millions of people—some for the very first time—experienced unemployment, housing instability, and other economic hardships.
As people return to work and our economy begins to expand, the community development field—including the financial, government, philanthropic, and nonprofit sectors—has an opportunity to collectively advance policies and actions that support an inclusive and equitable recovery. Watch on-demand.
Improving Labor Force Attachment and Financial Security Among Low-income and Marginalized Workers
Understanding and Empowering Women’s Economic Participation
Increasing the Housing Security of Vulnerable Renters Through Rental Assistance
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