Prosper is a coalition of community, civic and business leaders committed to creating a more vibrant, racially and gender inclusive economy.
What is Prosper ?
Prosper is not a program to replace good work already under way nor another operating organization; rather, it is an effort to align existing initiatives, supplement them with select new opportunities, and scale a collaborative civic agenda. Think of Prosper Birmingham as a table that will:
Why is Prosper Important?
With this thought in mind, civic leaders engaged the Brookings Metro to conduct an objective economic situation assessment. Their work, involving engagement with business, civic and educational leaders throughout Greater Birmingham, concluded that:
Focus Areas
Using the results of our data as the driving force, Prosper Birmingham initiatives will focus on transforming the Greater Birmingham economy in three core areas:
Job Creation
Catalyze growth of businesses and industries that create good jobs.
Job Preparation
Invest in college and career opportunities for Birmingham’s diverse youth.
Job Access
How Metro Birmingham ensures that all residents, regardless of race, gender or zip code, have access to those jobs and can fully contribute.
Our Commitment
Prosper will establish a structure for long-term community building, creating energy and momentum that moves our community forward sustainably. We will position community engagement early and often, ensuring we are listening, learning and making decisions in partnership with the community at each phase. Our commitment is to engage, develop and implement.
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