Publications
Our publications provide a full-length narrative on the focus areas of either Economics, Education, Civic Participation, Health, and Justice; specifically identifying those themes and issues important to African Americans in Arizona. As the hallmark of our work, the SBAZ publications and their complimentary dedication events, serve as a historical record of African American contributions in our state.
The State of Black Arizona Volume I
The project represents the culmination of more than a years work gathering input and ideas from African-American community leaders, professionals and academicians. The Greater Phoenix Urban League extends truly heartfelt gratitude to the dozens of individuals who worked diligently to make this project a reality, in particular those who wrote essays for both this printed version of the report and the more expansive on- line version. While this document is not a definitive and comprehensive scientific analysis of the status of blacks in Arizona, it is a starting point from which the community can determine what issues beg further research. It is aimed at everyone who is concerned about the equality of Arizonans.
The State of Black Arizona Volume II
Drawing on the superlative work from Volume I, this years project focuses on education. Clearly, education relates to various topics and cannot be divorced from discussions of law, economics, sustainability, health, immigration, and housing. Therefore, in this report and the essays that appear on our website, www.stateofblackarizona.org, each author uses education as a lens to explore other issues relevant to our schools, youth, and society in general.
The State of Black Arizona Volume III
Executive Editor, Dr. Kimberly Scott, leadership for the Center for Gender Equity in Science and Technology (CGEST) and Associate Professor in the School of Social Transformation at Arizona State University led efforts to publish Volume III, an empirically- based recommendations and strategies to tap the considerable scientific and technical talent of Arizona’s African American students, and to position them to take full advantage of the growing professional opportunities within their reach.
The State of Black Arizona Volume IV
Executive Editor, Dr. Elsie Moore, Director of School of Social Transformation at Arizona State University led our efforts to publish Volume IV, a focus on art and arts education opportunities across the state for African American students. Volume IV is a tribute to the late Dr. Eugene Grigsby. Volume IV covers the gambit of educators, activist and administration practicing art and arts education across Arizona and the benefits of the arts.
The State of Black Arizona Volume V
Driving Local Investment in Black Arizonans is the fifth volume of the State of Black Arizona’s series of publications focused on telling a data-driven story that promotes inclusivity and positive change in the Grand Canyon State.
Volume V builds on the State of Black Arizona’s commitment to disaggregate data that reveal truths and challenges and highlight opportunities to address disparities impacting the state’s Black community. It lays bare inequitable outcomes for Black Arizonans on key metrics of progress. It is the basis for ongoing conversations with community, business, education and elected leaders committed to capitalizing on the strength of a diverse, equitable and inclusive Arizona.