The Killer Chart
I often wonder if progress is impeded simply because we don't think it is possible. Can we really change the level of access on healthcare? Can we really see average income rise in areas of concentrated poverty? Can we really close the racial achievement gap?
My belief is yes.
Take a look at this chart of a ten year period in Madison, Wisconsin. Over that period of time, the community --- public, private and nonprofit sectors ---- came together around a common purpose and outcome. That is, move the racial achievement gap present in schools from 21% to 2%.
In turn, as progress was made on the issue, local community contributions rose. When impact is seen at a community level, dollars will follow.
To learn more about this, click here.
I recognize that the scale and complexity of Metro Detroit is different than Madison. However, when they began their journey it seemed like it could never be achieved. Yet, through cooperation, common focus and leadership, they carried the fortitude over a LONG PERIOD of time so that progress could be made.
If you imagined this region's 'Killer Chart' ten years out, what issue would it be on?
My belief is yes.
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Take a look at this chart of a ten year period in Madison, Wisconsin. Over that period of time, the community --- public, private and nonprofit sectors ---- came together around a common purpose and outcome. That is, move the racial achievement gap present in schools from 21% to 2%.
In turn, as progress was made on the issue, local community contributions rose. When impact is seen at a community level, dollars will follow.
To learn more about this, click here.
I recognize that the scale and complexity of Metro Detroit is different than Madison. However, when they began their journey it seemed like it could never be achieved. Yet, through cooperation, common focus and leadership, they carried the fortitude over a LONG PERIOD of time so that progress could be made.
If you imagined this region's 'Killer Chart' ten years out, what issue would it be on?
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