Sign 8

Systems that Work

 

Presence of Political, Economic and Legal Systems that Work for the Poor

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Most systems that govern an urban poor community are based on power that serves a few. A transforming community develops systems that serve those who cannot speak for themselves. Transformed political systems seek to empower those who do not already have a voice. Transformed economic markets create opportunities for the poor entrepreneur who needs capital, materials, and good counsel. Transformed legal systems bring justice to those who cannot find it.

Projects related to this sign of transformation:

Improving public education

Transparency and accountability mechanisms (government, organizations…)

Illegal/Undocumented immigration & discrimination issues

Housing projects, available and affordable housing

Broad-based organizing (organizing institutions) and coalition/network building

Racism & Reconciliation

Land rights

Public servant schools

Improving health systems

Anti-corruption measures

Advocacy

Anti drug trafficking

Improving police systems

Anti-human trafficking

Miscellaneous

Influencing municipal development plans and holding people accountable

Improving basic services and infrastructure (brick and mortar)

  

Better banking systems & access to capital

Child labor

    

 

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