September 14, 2017 

Charlotte, One Year Later is our opportunity to reflect on the collective events that led to where we are today, and renew the community’s shared commitment to bring about positive change for our city.

Issues of economic and social disparity are not unique to Charlotte—the difference comes in how we respond to them. We will review the underlying factors that led to our city being ranked last in upward mobility in a 2014 Harvard study and the September 2016 officer-involved shooting of Keith Lamont Scott and the events that followed.

You can visit our website at cltoneyearlater.com 

The Charlotte, One Year Later website will highlight city government’s commitment to Charlotte, progress on its Community Letter, and stories from partner institutions and invested members of our community. This includes important efforts such as the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Opportunity Task Force, Leading on Opportunity Council, Housing First Charlotte and other community-wide initiatives spearheaded by corporations, non-profits, and other government agencies.

The Charlotte, One Year Later effort is neither the beginning nor the end of the healing process for our city. This work is the recognition of the progress made to date, and an acknowledgement of the difficult road ahead to address the city’s challenges. 

When it comes to our hopes for our community, we all have a story to tell. Listening to each other’s experiences and our individual commitments is how we can begin to close the gaps between us and work together to build a better Charlotte. Join the movement. Check back weekly for more stories or submit your own.

The CROWN Jewel is a collection of City stories designed to showcase Charlotte’s hidden gems. Have a story idea for CROWN Jewel? Email us at: charlottecommunicationsmarketing@charlottenc.gov. To see all City stories visit Charlotte's Playlist at charlottenc.gov/playlist