http://www.frbatlanta.org/rss/ A continuously updated online newsletter addressing community and economic development trends, issues, and events. The newsletter offers timely articles, research roundups, and links to podcasts. en-us http://www.frbatlanta.org/ http://www.frbatlanta.org/images/rss-logo.gif http://www.frbatlanta.org/rss/ http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/13no2_cra_revisions.cfm Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:03:00 EST The public is encouraged to comment on proposed revisions to a Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Questions and Answers document that provides guidance on compliance with the CRA. The revisions focus primarily on community development activities. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/13no1_call_sessions.cfm Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:02:00 EST The Federal Reserve will host call-in sessions on the Independent Foreclosure Review agreement and the 2011 FDIC National Survey of Unbanked and Underbanked Households. Partners Update encourages you to join the conversation with other community development practitioners nationwide. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no6_conf_materials_online.cfm Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:12:00 EST Session presentations, speaker biographies, and videos from The Future of Workforce Development conference are now featured online. The Federal Reserve Banks of Atlanta and Kansas City organized the September event, which brought together some 220 researchers, policymakers, and professionals from the workforce development field. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no6_microfinance_workshop.cfm Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:12:00 EST Information on best practices in the field of microfinance, tools for determining appropriate strategies to scale microfinance operations, and advanced technical assistance opportunities will be the focus of a training session February 25-26, 2013, in Atlanta. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no6_ucc_workshop.cfm Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:12:00 EST What are secured transaction codes, and why are they important for accessing business and consumer capital for Native American businesses? The Atlanta Fed is a cosponsor of a workshop this January 15 that focuses on these topics. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no6_morris_interview.cfm Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:11:00 EST Michael Morris, executive director of the National Disability Institute, discusses his organization's collaborations with government agencies and community organizations to develop services and programs to help bring the disability community into the economic mainstream. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no6_financial_stability.cfm Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:11:00 EST Where can practitioners find best practices and current research in the financial stability field? This article features a list of resources to help address family and community needs. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no5_financial_stability_session.cfm Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:10:00 EST Rebuilding household balance sheets is essential for families to gain greater financial security. Join community development practitioners, consumer credit counselors, researchers, and others from across the country at 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 7, for a call-in session on the topic. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no5_florida_population.cfm Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:10:00 EST The Southeast population grew by 13 percent from 2000 to 2010, with urban centers garnering the lion's share. What do the changing demographics portend for the region's economy? An Atlanta Fed economist offers his perspective. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/partnersupdate/12no5_sustainable_cities_conference.cfm Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:10:00 EST Register now for the conference on sustainable real estate development and investment. The New Orleans event takes place November 8 and is cohosted by Tulane University's Master of Sustainable Real Estate Development Program.