Policy That Protects: Fighting Online Fraud and Scams Through Responsive Policymaking
Lawmakers have taken important steps to address the public’s concerns about fraud and scams, but more work is needed to protect consumers.
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Finding a Path: Mapping the Eviction Support System in Cook County
To better understand gaps in support, we mapped the routes someone may go through to get assistance before, during, and after the eviction process.
Preservation and Wealth-Building: Insights from Senior Homeowners in Chicago’s Englewood Neighborhood
Englewood seniors share what they need to age in place and pass their homes to the next generation to build wealth.
Sustaining Affordable Rents and Homeownership: Insights from Building Owners in Chicago’s Pilsen Neighborhood
Multi-unit building owners from in and around Pilsen share with us what they need to maintain their buildings and keep rent affordable.
Latino Voices: Realizing America’s Pluralistic Future
New America hosted a special Hispanic Heritage Month celebration to honor the power, diversity, and leadership of Latino communities.
More Alike than Different: Findings from CivicSpace’s 2024 Financial Security Survey
New survey results reveal Chicagoans’ priorities regarding their ability to provide financially for themselves and their families.
Building on Momentum: New America Chicago’s Impact for 2024 & Future Priorities
A look at New America Chicago's accomplishments and impact in 2024 as well as plans for the future.
People Over Politics: Make the American Dream Affordable Again
CivicSpace asked what Chicagoland residents from all political orientations need to survive and thrive financially. Here's what they shared.
Uniting Local Voices for a Stronger America: Chicago’s Contribution to the Us@250 Movement
The Chicago Us@250 series reflects on 250 years of America, amplifying local voices to shape a more inclusive, equitable future together.
Latino Voices: Beyond the Numbers of America’s Fastest-Growing Demographic
New America’s experts reflect on the fastest-growing demographic group in the United States ahead of the 2024 election.
Latino Voices: Six Questions with Latino Leaders Shaping America’s Future
Six Latino leaders share their perspectives on the current landscape in the United States and their hopes for the future.
Más Allá de los Números: Los Latinos en una América Diversa
Expertos de New America reflexionan sobre el grupo demográfico de mayor crecimiento en los Estados Unidos con motivo de las elecciones.
Seis Preguntas con Líderes Latinos Formando el Futuro de los Estados Unidos
Seis líderes latinos comparten sus perspectivas sobre el panorama actual en los Estados Unidos y sus esperanzas para el futuro.
Chicago-Area Nonprofits: Join the National Conversation with Us@250
New America Chicago will be awarding two $5,000 dollar grants to Chicago-area nonprofits to host their own Us@250 event.
For When Ends Don’t Meet: A Scan of Lending Products for Borrower Needs
New America Chicago conducted a scan of small dollar lending products available in Illinois to see if they can truly meet residents’ needs.