Our mission is to support the research, advocacy & execution needed to make Jacksonville a world-class city

A destination of choice for businesses, families/individuals, and graduates

Our research and civic engagement work follows four themes:

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Connect
Build connectivity and places that foster a greater quality of life.

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Prepare
Build a system of education that produces the workforce of tomorrow.

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Advance
Increase economic mobility, access, and resilience for all community members.

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Inspire
Inspire people to act with a vision and story of a greater Jacksonville.