ProGov21 Policy Library

Chicago's Health Equity in All Policies (HEiAP) initiative addresses systemic health disparities by embedding equity into decision-making across sectors. The program highlights successes such as equitable urban development, expanding food access, and improving care systems for unhoused...

School districts across the nation are failing to achieve equitable outcomes for students across all demographic metrics including race/ethnicity, income, home language, special education status and more. They struggle to close gaps with inadequate resources and growing student needs....

Employers often fail to invest in training due to fears that competitors will poach workers they invest in, leaving workers without the information and support systems they need to navigate career ladders and labor markets. To address these challenges, this report proposes forming...

Communities face significant health inequities driven by systemic barriers such as poverty, racism, and lack of access to services. The 10 Essential Public Health Services outline a comprehensive framework for local governments and public health agencies to protect and promote community...