Alabama is more than the sum of its government, schools, and economy. PARCA explores factors that make Alabama an ideal place to build a quality life.

PARCA provides:
Comparative studies of infrastructure and the built environment.
Explorations of health, poverty, community wellbeing.
Community Vitality Index.
Program evaluations of local nonprofits and social services providers.


Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership Launched to Strengthen Justice and Opportunity  

Leaders from city and county government, education, philanthropy, social services, and community are launching a new partnership to decrease violence Read the full release.