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Latino Homeownership Rates Jumped 13% Last Year

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More than 600,000 Latinos purchased a home with a mortgage in 2020, resulting in a 13% purchasing increase compared to 2019. The equity in that property accounts for 57.6% Latino Homeownership Rates Jumped 13% Last Year. cbroderick. Wed, 04/21/2021 - 08:51. of Latino wealth. ® Senior Economist George Ratiu. "For

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Behind the Build: Stacee Barkley, Global Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Leader at DPR Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In 2019, DPR focused more intentionally on DEI, by aligning DEI within the value proposition of the company and positioning DEI in their global social responsibility group (GSR). There are more pledges, about cultivating job sites that are more inclusive and that foster a sense of belonging and psychological safety. Focus on the few.

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The Future of Social Justice in the Workplace

Stok

As transparency and social justice remain growing priorities for businesses, it’s important for companies to consider how they’re addressing equity in the workplace. In 2019, the International Living Future Institute released JUST 2.0 —the the first major revamp of the program.

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NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

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This event last took place in 2019, and this year’s Showcase was bigger and better, with more display homes and exhibitors. A key effort was implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the industry to broaden the workforce. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: A Pivotal Moment for Water Public-Private Partnerships in the United States

Constructlaw

Projects set to directly benefit economically disadvantaged communities are given priority — a clear alignment with the objectives of the USACE Civil Works Private Partnerships Pilot Program, initiated by USACE in 2019 to accelerate the delivery of civil works projects by leveraging the efficiencies and innovation of P3s. [7]

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Fall Conferences 2019: Top Takeaways

Stok

Net Zero 2019 | Los Angeles, CA. #9: With 80-90% fewer vehicles on the road, safety improves and resource demand is cut, all without affecting our ability to get where we need to go. The post Fall Conferences 2019: Top Takeaways appeared first on stok. Get more insights and inspiration from stok. Join our newsletter.

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Building With a Purpose: Exploring Construction Careers That Make a Difference

Fieldwire

On the construction site, they must have excellent communication skills to ensure their and everyone else’s safety. Lungile Mkhize, a South African native, became an electrician in 2019 after starting her apprenticeship in 2016. Her goal is to foster equity in construction and encourage women to pursue their dreams in the field.