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Racial Disparity and Disaster Relief: Finding a More Equitable Approach

With data showing natural disasters are on the rise, climate change is here, and it is real. Meanwhile, marginalized and underserved communities are increasingly facing disproportionate impacts from natural disasters. These communities also receive disproportionate relief and assistance following the aftermath of disasters, as a result of systemic and socioeconomic…...

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Dismantling Bias: Unconscious Bias Training for a Fairer Insurance Industry

Racial bias is one of the reasons African Americans pay more for insurance while facing debt collection at high rates. A study by the Consumer Federation of America shows that insurance premiums are 70% higher in communities where African Americans make up at least three-quarters of the population than in…...

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