Just Communities Information Exchange

An Online Library to Advance Neighborhood Equitable & Regenerative Development

The Just Communities Information Exchange is an ever-expanding online library of original and curated resources designed to support the application of best practices, innovative solutions, and peer-to-peer exchange for those looking to advance Just Growth. Just Communities Accredited Practitioners are encouraged to submit resources to the Exchange.

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Neighborhoods at Risk

The "Neighborhoods at Risk" tool from the U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit offers an interactive way to explore socioeconomic and climate data. This resource helps communities identify neighborhoods vulnerable to extreme weather and climate change, supporting efforts to prioritize capital improvements, inform policies, and update Hazard Mitigation Plans.
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Climate and Health Outlook Portal

The Climate and Health Outlook Portal offers monthly climate-related hazard forecasts and associated health impacts for U.S. communities. With interactive maps and county-level data on individual risk factors, this resource helps emergency response and healthcare professionals plan for and mitigate the health effects of climate hazards like heat, wildfire, and drought.
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CDC Heat & Health Tracker

The CDC Heat & Health Tracker is a comprehensive dashboard that provides real-time and historical data on heat exposure and related health impacts across U.S. communities. Users can explore the Heat and Health Index, daily rates of heat-related illnesses, and a 7-day national heat risk forecast, among other crucial metrics to understand and mitigate the impact of extreme heat on public health.
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FEMA National Risk Index

The National Risk Index (NRI), developed by FEMA, is an online tool that illustrates the risk of natural hazards across various U.S. communities. This resource provides an interactive map and data on 18 natural hazards, along with factors such as social vulnerability and community resilience. It helps communities understand their relative risk and supports efforts in mitigation planning and risk communication.
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Heat Vulnerability Index

The ArcGIS StoryMap "Disparities in Heat Vulnerability in the United States" offers an in-depth exploration of how race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic factors contribute to varying levels of heat vulnerability across different U.S. regions. The interactive map and data provided by the Yale Center on Climate Change and Health highlight significant disparities that need addressing to protect vulnerable populations.
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National Equity Atlas

The National Equity Atlas, produced by PolicyLink and the USC Equity Research Institute, is a comprehensive data tool that provides detailed insights into racial and economic equity across the United States. It equips movement leaders and policymakers with actionable data and strategies to advance equity and shared prosperity.
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Mapping Race in America Tool

The "Mapping Race in America" tool from Community Commons allows users to observe and analyze the level and change in racial residential segregation across the United States. It provides valuable insights into demographic trends and disparities.
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EJScreen

EJScreen is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) environmental justice screening and mapping tool. It combines environmental and socioeconomic indicators to identify communities that may be experiencing higher environmental burdens and vulnerable populations.
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Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool

The Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool, developed by the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), is a geospatial mapping tool that identifies communities facing significant burdens across eight categories: climate change, energy, health, housing, legacy pollution, transportation, water and wastewater, and workforce development. It helps policymakers and communities target resources and interventions to these disadvantaged areas.
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