The relationship between inequality and mobility is complicated; reducing inequality, for example, doesn’t necessarily mean that mobility improves. And improving economic growth may both increase inequality and economic mobility. However, as funders, researchers, and policymakers, we should worry less about inequality and more about lack of upward mobility among millions. The Unofficial Federal Economic Mobility Conference Top 10 Takeaways expounds ways in which to reduce economic inequality and improve economic mobility.
This material was shared at the 2015 AFN Grantmaker Conference, which included both regional and community-based funders and thought leaders concerned about a common goal–providing individuals, families and communities with greater economic security and opportunities for growth. View all 2015 Grantmaker Conference resources.
Resources Sponsors
The 2015 Grantmaker Conference was sponsored by the following: The Kresge Foundation, Annie E. Casey Foundation, MetLife Foundation, Citi Foundation, JPMorgan Chase and Company, Thomas Family Foundation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation.
