ATLANTA – The Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) launched the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Community Needs survey to gather feedback from residents across the 12 Southern states. The survey aims to identify challenges Southerners are experiencing as a result of the pandemic. SEAP’s goal is to bring in voices and ideas from local communities, especially …
On October 7, 2021, in efforts to ensure an equitable recovery from the pandemic, the New Orleans City Council unanimously passed the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Model Resolution, drafted by the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP). The resolution commits the city to utilize its share of ARP funds to promote a community-sustaining recovery across all …
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EAST POINT, Ga. — On Monday, the East Point City Council adopted a resolution designed to prioritize the use of American Rescue Plans (ARP) funds for initiatives that will drive long-term recovery and equity. The resolution, developed by the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP), serves as a springboard for city leaders to consider what an …
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About Us Launched in 2019, the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) partners with policy thinkers and doers to amplify their efforts and bridge gaps in policy infrastructure. SEAP’s goal is to advance policies that improve economic security, healthcare access, and environmental justice for all Southerners—acting as a connector, convener, and policy entrepreneur across issues and …
SEATTLE, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Tableau Foundation announced its expanded commitment to the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) and Fair Count in support of both organizations’ work to improve the lives of marginalized, vulnerable populations in the southern United States. Collectively, the Stacey Abrams-founded organizations will be able to continue their work of …
ATLANTA, GA. – As state and local governments begin receiving American Rescue Plan relief funding, the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) has established an ARP Assistance Team. The team will ensure Southern communities have substantial assistance and resources to help them invest ARP funds responsibly and effectively. Tyler Bellstrom and Morgan Smith will join the …
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ATLANTA, GA. – Today, the Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) kicked off Medicaid Madness, a bold campaign to emphasize the need for new Medicaid Expansion policies in eight Southern states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Medicaid Expansion in these eight states will allow for affordable, quality, and equitable health …
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ATLANTA, April 8, 2021 – The Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) celebrates the allocation of $5 billion to Black farmers, provided by way of President Joe Biden’s recently passed American Rescue Plan (ARP). The funds will help address racial discrimination and offer debt relief to minority farmers. In 2020, the SEAP partnered with the Black …
