Explore urban revitalization strategies in this 17-minute TED Talk by Majora Carter. Examine the challenges faced by low-status neighborhoods in the US, caught between government stagnation and gentrification. Discover a restorative economic approach to capitalism that aims to retain talent and build resilient communities. Learn how treating struggling neighborhoods like companies can lead to positive change. Investigate examples from West Oakland, kelp farming initiatives, and the South Bronx to understand practical solutions for community development. Gain insights into addressing wealth inequality, promoting property ownership, and creating opportunities for local talent to thrive without leaving their neighborhoods.
You Don't Have to Leave Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One