Committed to Inclusive Economic Growth

New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) is a national nonprofit focused on advancing inclusive economic development to ensure that economically disenfranchised individuals and communities can lead, shape and benefit from regional economic growth and prosperity. 

What is inclusive economic development?

Inclusive economic development is different than traditional models, in that it identifies opportunities for economic growth, values community and invests in hidden assets, and builds shared prosperity for historically economically excluded individuals and communities.

Top Resources

The Cityscapes Summit

More than 400 economic and community leaders joined us at the NGIN Cityscapes Summit 2024 in Durham, NC. Supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, this biennial event offers a unique blend of insights and strategies for inclusive economic development in Small and Midsized Cities (SMCs), along with dynamic networking opportunities.

NGIN Blog

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As the Election Approaches: Evaluating the Success of Current Federal Policies in Boosting Economic Growth and Shared Prosperity
As the Election Approaches: Evaluating the Success of Current Federal Policies in Boosting Economic Growth and Shared Prosperity

Written by NGIN CEO, M. Yasmina McCarty, this article highlights five key insights on what has been effective in recent federal economic strategies, providing a roadmap for progress as the nation approaches a pivotal election that may shape the future presidency and its policies.

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A Road to Shared Prosperity: The Path Paved in Richmond in Building Solidarity Toward Shared Wealth in SMCs 
A Road to Shared Prosperity: The Path Paved in Richmond in Building Solidarity Toward Shared Wealth in SMCs 

This piece, written by Jessica Gonzalez-Martinez, is about insights from NGIN's LEAP Richmond and focuses on community wealth building models as ways to increase equitable economic growth in small and mid-sized cities.

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Intentionality, Relationships and Adapting for Equity: Three Insights from NGIN’s Tacoma LEAP  
Intentionality, Relationships and Adapting for Equity: Three Insights from NGIN’s Tacoma LEAP  

This piece, written by Mari Kate Mycek, is about insights from NGIN's Tacoma LEAP and focuses on the importance of policy, partnerships and strong data to support inclusive economic growth in small and mid-size cities.

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Unlocking the Potential of Community Finance in Small and Midsized Cities
Unlocking the Potential of Community Finance in Small and Midsized Cities

NGIN’s Senior Advisor, Bernita Johnson-Gabriel explores the transformative power of impact investing and the untapped potential of Community Finance in Small and Midsized Cities (SMCs).

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Lessons from Dayton, OH: “Making” Manufacturing Pathways for Community Wealth
Lessons from Dayton, OH: “Making” Manufacturing Pathways for Community Wealth

Written by Betsey Suchanic, this post highlights the NGIN's visit to Dayton, OH as a part of our Economic Inclusion Incubator. The team participated in a workshop at a makerspace that serves as a central part of the small business economy and worked with local economic and community developers to plan for the next iteration of the space.

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Empowering Leaders and Building Inclusive Economies with L.E.A.P.

 Introducing L.E.A.P. (Learn. Explore. Activate. In Place) – an innovative initiative empowering community and economic leaders. Through fully funded journeys, participants immerse in inclusive economic growth models. Experience firsthand NGIN's trip to Tulsa, OK, with delegates from Newark, NJ, in this engaging video. This work was funded through the generous contributions of Prudential Financial.

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