Cycle of Opportunity
The Bell Policy Center first introduced the Cycle of Opportunity concept in 2002 to illustrate how we believe opportunity is created and sustained in the 21st century.
The Bell Policy Center first introduced the Cycle of Opportunity concept in 2002 to illustrate how we believe opportunity is created and sustained in the 21st century.
In the first edition of "Colorado: The State of Opportunity," we introduce the Cycle of Opportunity and show how, for most Americans, success requires a series of steps that build on one another and accumulate over a lifetime of effort.
Historic housing barriers and systems have limited homeownership options for BIPOC families in Jeffco. Learn about what can be done to address these inequities and improve their ability to build generational wealth.
A closer look at a few important bills and possible consequences in Jefferson County as a result of several housing bills recently passed in the Colorado legislature.
Affordable housing is intricately connected to pivotal kitchen table concerns, like education, health, and overall community stability.
The Taxpayers Bill of Rights, known as TABOR, is a constitutional amendment passed at the ballot in 1992. It has...
Updated data on TABOR surpluses and how upcoming ballot measures will influence the distribution of funds, shaping the future of tax rebates in Colorado.
This report examines community-based initiatives working to reduce crime in Colorado and advance economic mobility for justice system-impacted individuals.
Despite their importance, the caring workforce remains undervalued and without the tools to meet the growing need for care. This analysis provides the foundation for understanding the larger caring workforce, opportunities and challenges they face, and potential avenues for future research and analysis.
With the 2022 legislative session at its end, we look back at the various storylines that emerged, the progress made, and what remains to be done.
