Northeast Corridor Commission

The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is a collaborative effort between the federal government and states in the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions, established in 2000. With a focus on economic development, the DRA invests in projects supporting transportation infrastructure, public infrastructure, workforce training, and business development to create jobs, build communities, and improve the lives of residents in the region. Covering 252 counties and parishes across Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee, the DRA prioritizes economically distressed areas and isolated regions within non-distressed areas for at least 75% of its funds. Additionally, half of the funds are dedicated to supporting transportation infrastructure and basic public infrastructure.Generated from the website

The Sustained Dialogue Institute is a global organization dedicated to transforming conflictual relationships and designing change processes. Their patented Sustained Dialogue peace process is used to improve challenging relationships and foster action in intergroup conflicts. Through workshops, trainings, and ongoing technical support, they work with various institutions, civic organizations, and workplaces to enhance community capacity to engage differences as strengths and move from dialogue to action. The Sustained Dialogue Institute has made a significant impact, with case studies spanning across campuses, workplaces, communities, and countries. Their approach to dialogue involves deep listening and being open to personal change, with the goal of creating inclusive and creative communities. With a focus on building authentic relationships across difference, their programs have empowered individuals and equipped them with the skills and language to effectively engage with others.Generated from the website