Economic Mobility
We envision a future rooted in our shared prosperity where every Alexandrian thrives. Economic development and economic mobility go hand-in-hand. Businesses and residents prosper when we invest in the human services that provide the foundation for the well-being of Alexandria residents and workers who power our economy.
The Challenge: Alexandria is facing new economic challenges that necessitate new solutions. We’re experiencing the impacts of federal funding cuts, an affordability crisis, and changes to the tax base with an economic downturn.
The Opportunity: Alexandria must lead with an economic mobility agenda that brings together businesses, nonprofits, residents and government to create a holistic, cross-sector and cohesive approach that enables our shared prosperity.
A thriving economy depends on a stable, supported workforce.
Complex challenges require creative solutions, with all parts of our city’s ecosystem – government, nonprofits, businesses, and citizens – working together to chart a path forward. As the City aligns its efforts and resources during this time of increased need, Alexandria nonprofits are positioned to serve as key partners, bringing a vital perspective formed through years of trusted service in the community. We can all have more impact if we work together to benefit Alexandrians.
ACT has developed a 13-point plan for an economic mobility agenda, built on three core beliefs:
- Alexandria employers, organizations, schools and government can maximize impact by working together towards a shared future where every Alexandrian thrives.
- A thriving human services sector is key to advancing Alexandria’s economic growth and development. As the Chamber of Commerce stated: housing affordability, childcare, and transportation access are workforce issues—AND they’re business issues.
- Beyond meeting this moment of increased need, together we can help build a city that is ready for greater economic growth, mobility, and development.
ACT is challenging the City to make bold, sustained commitments that will stabilize families, expand pathways to economic mobility, and strengthen nonprofits’ ability to make a difference in our communities. We encourage the City to adopt the 13 policy and budget priorities outlined in our Economic Mobility Agenda.