

Andre Perry: Director of the Center for Community Uplift, Senior Fellow, Brookings Metro
Oct 14, 2024
Andre Perry, a Senior Fellow at Brookings Metro and author of 'Know Your Price,' dives into the intersection of race, inequality, and urban development. He discusses the transformative power of Afrofuturism in urban spaces, advocating for economic security and inclusive narratives. Perry emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal worth in the context of housing devaluation and shares practical strategies to reshape perceptions of the Black community, highlighting strengths over deficits to inspire optimism and resilience for a brighter future.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Futuristic Thinking and Societal Value
02:10 • 5min
Uplifting Narratives: Embracing Strengths in Community
07:14 • 29min
The Complexities of Research and Bias
36:01 • 9min
Cultivating Collaborative Strengths
45:10 • 19min
Envisioning Black Futures: Afrofuturism and Urban Spaces
01:04:02 • 8min
Envisioning a Promised Future Through Optimism
01:11:44 • 4min