What is income inequality? Looking at Inequality in Austin, Texas
In September, we’re learning about income inequality, wealth justice and wage gaps.
Today on the podcast, Alexa gives a brief overview of the series and what income inequality is. Next, she explores the connection between poverty and inequality. Finally, she outlines what income inequality looks like statistically in Austin, Texas as part of Alexa in ATX.
Stay tuned for another podcast episode next Wednesday!
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Poverty + Inequality: https://gsdrc.org/topic-guides/poverty-and-inequality/measuring-and-analysing-poverty-and-inequality/defining-poverty-extreme-poverty-and-inequality/
Income Inequality in Austin, Texas:
- NPR article: https://www.kut.org/health/2018-05-15/study-says-austin-has-the-lowest-levels-of-income-inequality-among-large-us-cities
- Racial Wealth Divide: https://www.austincf.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/RacialWealthDivide-Profile-Austin.pdf
I’m Alexa, the Founder and Editor of Novel Hand. I graduated from Vanderbilt University with degrees in Political Science, Economics and Spanish, and I currently study law in Texas. At Novel Hand, I’m specifically interested in learning about topics related to justice and poverty, and how to create equitable, sustainable impact. You can reach me at novelhandco@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.
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