The Sustainable Cities of Northern Europe study abroad course, taught by Associate Professor Catherine Brinkley, poses in front of the Hammerby Sjostad sustainable development project in Stockholm, ...

Evolving from operating farmers markets at a Waukegan’s public housing project over a decade ago, to preparing people for careers from skilled labor to the arts, The Community Works is about to ...

For many young professionals, carving out a career in the modern workforce means navigating rapid and unpredictable change. As older generations retire, young workers are becoming the curators of a ...

Creating a community development corporation is a powerful way to drive positive change in your neighborhood. Whether you’re passionate about affordable housing, local business development or ...

Purdue Extension aims to assist Indiana communities to have thriving and resilient economies, quality infrastructure and sustainable job opportunities for its residents. This thematic area provides ...

America’s middle-skills talent pipeline needs a reboot. New research on the community college-employer partnership points to urgently needed changes. ShareBar BOSTON—Harvard Business School’s Project ...

Address social problems by promoting participative democracy, sustainable development, economic opportunities, and social justice. Implement strategic solutions and empower people within their ...

As the president of Nan McKay and Associates, a company she founded in 1980, Nan has left an indelible mark on the housing and community development sector. The company’s success story is a testament ...

Jobs in the field are diverse. Community and economic developers work in community-based organizations; city, state, and federal government agencies; foundations; social service agencies; banks; ...