The Just Communities Protocol includes the following core elements: Pillars, Commitments, and Actions. The Pillars of Racial Equity and Climate Resilience form the cornerstone of the framework. The five Commitment areas include 22 key priorities to guide performance and impact. The four Action phases include 17 individual steps to guide all aspects of partnership development, strategic planning, and process management.
Just Communities
A Bold Reimagination of How Communities Grow
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A Framework for Equity & Regeneration.
The Just Communities Protocol is a comprehensive performance framework to guide the planning and implementation of neighborhood development projects.
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A Rigorous Certification Standard.
Just Communities Certified provides verification services to communities looking to successfully apply the Protocol in their neighborhood, district, or campus-project. Certification is a mark of leadership and a global peer-to-peer learning network.
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A Learning & Leadership Platform.
The Just Communities Accredited Practitioner (AP) program is a continuing education platform to support community leaders, city officials, and planning, design, and development professionals committed to equitable and sustainable development.
