At a time when data plays a more important role than ever in guiding our work—and telling our stories, a distinguished researcher will lead LISC in evaluating the strength of our investments to link people with opportunity.

In the first of what will be a series of reports, LISC analyzed 10 years of data and found communities that benefit from a broad strategy to invest in housing, businesses, schools and community programs were more resilient than other poor neighborhoods. Residents in these communities experienced stronger employment and income growth, underscoring how such strategies help tackle economic inequality across the country.