5 Equity Takeaways for Pinellas

1

Deep Roots

Inequity is historically rooted in public policy and bias and is not based on personal failings.
2

Economic Sense

Equity is the superior economic model - the cost of inequity is borne by the entire community.
3

A Clear Path Forward

There is a path forward. By learning more about local dynamics and conditions and exposing the root causes that underlie disparities, our community can influence changes that can create a more just, fair and equitable Pinellas County.
4

Theory of Change

The levers that are most likely to generate change are policy, institutional practices and changing the traditional narrative.
5

Awareness is Key

A lack of community awareness of inequity exists nationally and in Pinellas County.