Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Economic Equity Through Community Empowerment
Founded in 1969 as the National Economic Development and Law Center, our organization has dedicated over five decades to advancing bold economic development and community solutions that ensure prosperity for all. We have played a pivotal role in creating, growing, and sustaining more than 500 community-based development organizations nationwide. Our interdisciplinary approach fosters comprehensive planning partnerships that enhance economic outcomes for families, businesses, and communities by strategically aligning public and private resources.We remain committed to redefining policies and narratives that perpetuate inequality, with a specific focus on centering Blackness and the Black experience as a pathway to economic liberation. Our work spans research, advocacy, narrative change, and thought leadership, all aimed at dismantling systemic barriers and building an inclusive economy that serves people of all races and backgrounds.
Services
Economic Development
Policy Research
Advocacy
Narrative Change
Leadership Development
Community Programs
Capacity Building
Equity Initiatives
Strategic Partnerships
Public Sector Training
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 55 years of experience in community economic development.
- Our interdisciplinary approach integrates public and private resources strategically.
- We prioritize dismantling racial and gender inequities in economic policy.
- Our team has created over 500 sustainable community-based development organizations.
- We focus on narrative change to address systemic barriers to prosperity.
Services
Economic Development
We foster economic development by creating strategic partnerships that enhance community outcomes. Our approach aligns public and private resources to address systemic inequities. This service empowers underserved populations to achieve long-term economic stability through tailored initiatives.
Policy Research
Our policy research identifies structural barriers to economic equity. We analyze data to inform evidence-based solutions that address racial and gender disparities. This service supports policymakers and organizations in creating inclusive frameworks for sustainable progress.
Narrative Change
We drive narrative change by challenging harmful stereotypes in economic discourse. This service focuses on reshaping public perceptions to center marginalized voices. Our campaigns promote equitable policies through media engagement and storytelling.
Leadership Development
Our leadership development programs cultivate diverse talent pipelines. We provide training to underrepresented groups seeking public office or sector leadership roles. This service ensures decision-making bodies reflect the communities they serve.
Advocacy
We advocate for systemic reforms that address economic injustice. This service includes coalition-building and legislative lobbying to advance equitable policies. Our efforts focus on childcare access, fair wages, and inclusive economic frameworks.
People
Michael Browning
Interim President
Michael Browning brings decades of nonprofit leadership experience to his role. He specializes in equity, organizational development, and strategic planning. A former National Leadership Fellow, he has served on numerous nonprofit boards and currently leads the Insight Center's strategic direction.
Kareemah Abdullah
Chief Program and Operating Officer
Kareemah Abdullah leads program execution and operational strategy. With expertise in public health and interagency collaboration, she has raised over $1 billion in funding. Her work focuses on coalition-building and scalable community solutions that drive systemic change.
Questions
What is the Insight Center's primary mission?
We advance economic equity through research, advocacy, and narrative change to ensure prosperity for all communities.
How does the Insight Center address racial inequality?
We center Blackness in policy discussions and challenge systemic barriers through targeted research and advocacy campaigns.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate locally in Los Angeles and nationally through policy initiatives and partnerships.
How can I get involved with your work?
Contact us for partnership opportunities, volunteer programs, or to access our research resources.
What leadership programs do you offer?
We provide training to underrepresented groups seeking public office or sector leadership roles.
How can I access your research publications?
Visit our website's resource library for reports, op-eds, and policy analysis materials.
