St. Louis City Reparations Commission releases their report

ST. LOUIS – The City of St. Louis has released its Reparations Report, a plan it says is designed to help solve the impacts of systemic racism and economic inequality endured by Black residents. In the report, the group compiled actionable reccomendations to help those affected by housing discrimination, educational inequity, and economic disinvestment. What You Need To Know Through research, policy analysis, and extensive community engagement, the commission compiled recommendations to help those affected by housing discrimination, educational inequity and economic disinvestment They promote ways to close the racial wealth gap, invest in under-funded schools, ensure affordable housing is accessible and increase access to medical, mental health and trauma-informed resources and services The city hopes to discuss with residents in public forums and information sessions about its implementation soon “This report is not just a reflection on our past–it’s a road map for building a more equitable future for all residents of St. Louis,” said Kayla Reed, Chairperson of the Commission.  Through research, policy analysis, and extensive community engagement with local stakeholders, community leaders, and residents, the commission focused on these key areas. Housing and Neighborhoods:  Policies designed to close the racial wealth gap, such as business grants, homeownership...