May 2022: Racial Wealth Gap

The last few months of Equity Moments “have explored structural and institutional inequities that lead to negative and disparate outcomes in health, environmental issues, and housing. Related to each of these challenges is the bigger picture of overall wealth inequity that has grown from racism and discrimination” (United Way’s 21-Day Racial Equity Challenge Day 11: Racial Wealth Gap).

This month we’ll explore the causes, impacts, and potential solutions of wealth inequity nationwide and here in Rochester. Follow along on social media or check out the resources below for a deep dive.

RESOURCES

• Nine Charts About Wealth Inequity in America

• The Racial Wealth Gap in America: Asset Type by Race

• Race: The Power of an Illusion - How the Racial Wealth Gap was Created (video)

• 11 Charts Examining the Racial Wealth Gap

• ACTRochester’s 2020 Hard Facts

QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION

• How do you perceive your family's success/lack of success?

• What new perspectives do this month’s resources provide about your own family’s basis of wealth?

• For local involvement: check out the City of Rochester REAL Resources