Economic Inequality Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

Our Political Reality and Building an Inclusive and Equitable Economy

Exploring strategies for economic resilience in low-income communities, focusing on business development, equitable growth, and improved job quality. Highlights philanthropy's role in fostering sustainable economies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Business Ownership and the Racial Wealth Gap

Explore the connection between entrepreneurship and racial economic disparities, examining strategies to promote equitable business ownership and close the wealth gap.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Democracy at Work - Citizen Action and the Fight for $15

Exploring labor movements, wage inequality, and democratic action to improve working conditions. Discusses strategies for policy change and worker empowerment in the fight for fair wages and labor rights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Toxic Inequality - How America's Racial Wealth Gap Threatens Our Future

Explore the racial wealth gap in America, its impact on society, and potential solutions with experts in finance, policy, and social justice. Gain insights on addressing inequality.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Toward a New Capitalism - Restoring the Promise of Work in a Time of Rapid Change

Explore strategies for addressing economic inequality and restoring work opportunities amidst rapid technological change, featuring insights from Senator Mark Warner.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

The Price of Being Poor - How Fines and Fees Entrench Inequality and What Has to Change

Explore how fines and fees perpetuate inequality, examining their impact on justice, rural areas, and potential solutions for a fairer system.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Toward a More Inclusive Capitalism - Strategies for Economic Growth and Wealth Distribution

Explore strategies for creating a more equitable economic system that benefits all members of society, focusing on long-term goals and social responsibility in business.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

The Inequality Puzzle - Shrinking the Economic Gap for Working Families

Explore innovative solutions to address economic inequality and support working families, featuring insights from experts on policies, partnerships, and programs for lasting change.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

A Few Thousand Dollars: Sparking Prosperity for Everyone - Book Talk

Exploring strategies to address wealth inequality and build inclusive prosperity through policy changes, savings initiatives, and economic opportunities for all Americans.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Alan Turing Institute

Measuring Inequality and Quantifying the Progressivity of Public Policy - Deborah Hardoon, Oxfam

Explore global wealth distribution, economic inequality metrics, and government policies' impact on inequality. Learn about data quality and coverage in assessing policy progressivity across 150+ countries.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Is the American Dream Finished? - Economic Inequality and Democracy

Explore the future of the American Dream with Ford Foundation and PayPal CEOs, discussing economic justice, democracy, and the challenges facing Main Street in a thought-provoking dialogue.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Centering Family Voice and Equity in the Prosperity Landscape

Explore strategies for advancing family prosperity, addressing racial wealth gaps, and centering equity in economic mobility efforts through expert insights and innovative approaches.

• YouTube
• 2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Wealth, Generosity, and the Good Society

Explore philosophical and religious teachings on wealth, examining their relevance to modern economic challenges and the role of philanthropy in creating a just society.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

Can There Be Well-being Without Wealth?

Exploring innovative approaches to capital flow, wealth-building, and philanthropy redesign to promote well-being and opportunity for families and communities facing economic disparities.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Aspen Institute

American Inequality? Not So Fast! - Challenging the Myth of Income Disparity

Explore the provocative perspective challenging common beliefs about American inequality, examining statistics that suggest the American Dream remains achievable and vibrant.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course