Our Theories of Change and System Outcomes

Our Systems Change Goals

The RMAPI Collective has developed a set of systems outcomes and goals that define the work of our Unity Agenda. We looked at the barriers to upward mobility in our communities, collected input from content and context experts, and invited learnings from across the country. These statements reflect the visionary systems changes that we want to see, and what it will look like when our goals are achieved.

We envision a future where everyone has:

Opportunity-Rich Neighborhoods

Housing system offers affordable, safe, desirable options
Residents have choice in safe, reliable and high-frequency transportation
Public safety systems are effective and residents report feeling safe in their neighborhoods
Employers create employment opportunities in underserved neighborhoods
Government ensures neighborhoods have well-manicured infrastructure

Quality Education & Skill Building

Rewarding Work & Financial Security

Employers pay living wages and provide benefits that enable stability
Employers center equity in policies and practices, especially for entry and mid-level employees
Employers address common barriers to employment
Banking and financial systems engage residents with affordable products and services, including resources to help grow BIPOC-owned businesses
Systems eliminate harmful fees, fines, and services that are predatory and exploitative

Quality health and Social Care

Consistent healthy, affordable food options are convenient to all people
Healthcare and social care systems coordinate internally and externally to eliminate inequities in outcomes
Behavioral, health care, and social care systems are socially responsive and reflective of the populations they serve
Government eliminates environmental hazards that impact health
Families have access to convenient, affordable, quality childcare

Equitable, Accountable, & Responsive Local Government, Public Safety & Legal Systems

Public safety systems eliminate disproportionate punitive policies and practices
Government policies are designed for equitable outcomes
Public safety, government and legal/court systems are responsive and just
Government exhibits cultural and linguistic competence in their interactions with residents

Dignity, Inclusion & Belonging

Civic institutions make it easy for community members to engage in and influence decision making
Social networks and social institutions intentionally increase diversity along socioeconomic, racial and ethic lines
Community leaders share information and resources equitably within and across neighborhoods
Educational systems actively cultivate social capital and networks

Our decisions and actions will center those who have been historically disadvantaged by racism, trauma and community disinvestment.