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Organizing for Change: Addressing Disproportionate Impact in West Tennessee Communities

This report highlights the pressing issues of unemployment and economic inequality faced by communities of color in West Tennessee, specifically focusing on Benton, Carrol, Chester, and surrounding counties. With unemployment rates soaring in areas like Fayette (13.8%) and Haywood (14.3%), there is an urgent need for grassroots organizing. Engaging local elected officials, faith communities, and social justice organizations can foster collective action. By advocating for job creation and economic empowerment, we can build a stronger, equitable future for all residents.

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Organizing for Change: Addressing Disproportionate Impact in West Tennessee Communities

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  1. Disproportionate Impact The Case for Organizing West Tennessee

  2. Benton • Carrol • Chester • Crocket • Decataur • Dyer • Fayette • Gibson • Hardeman • Hardin • Haywood • Henderson • Henry • Lake • Lauderdale • Madison • McNary • Obion • Stewart • Tipton • Wayne • Weakley WHERE IS WEST TN?

  3. Total Unemployment Communities of Color • Fayette – 7.4% • Hardeman – 8.4% • Haywood – 10.6% • Lauderdale- 9.4% • Madison – 6.6% • Fayette – 13.8% • Hardeman – 12.3% • Haywood – 14.3% • Lauderdale – 24.3% • Madison – 11.3% Urban Areas: Brownsville Bolivar Whiteville Summerville Ripley Jackson Grand Junction It’s About Jobs – Just A Sample

  4. % of Total Workforce % of Total Unemployed • Fayette – 32.7% • Hardeman – 38.6% • Haywood – 52.2% • Lauderdale – 29.8 % • Madison – 32.1% • Fayette – 60.6% • Hardeman – 56.7% • Haywood – 68.6% • Lauderdale – 58.1% • Madison – 55.0% Communities of Color: % of the total workforce Vs. % of total unemployed Look A Little Closer

  5. AA elected officials • Brownsville • Jackson • Faith Communities • Churches • Pastors • Social Justice Organizations • NAACP Something to build on

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