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Reparations economic working group unveils Notion‑based resource hub for Evanston businesses

2294515 · February 12, 2025
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A working‑group demonstration introduced a community‑driven online resource database for Evanston Black‑owned and local businesses; the site is hosted on Notion, is free to use, and includes a verification/approval workflow and submission form.

The Reparations Committee’s Economic Development Working Group on Feb. 6 demonstrated a newly created online resource hub intended for Evanston businesses and entrepreneurs.

The working group said the hub is currently hosted using Notion and includes a searchable repository of resources (training, funding, networking and technical assistance), a public submission form and an approval process so staff can verify entries before they appear. The demonstration showed multiple views: alphabetical lists, filterable by resource type, and geography. The presenters said the hub is intended…

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