Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP)

Housing Policy network and conveningsProgram

SEAP connects housing organizers and policy advocates across the South. It makes tools and resources for them, holds regional gatherings, and runs a housing group on the SEAP Table.

Local Budget EquityProgram

SEAP creates spaces where people who advocate on local budgets can work and learn together. The goal is fairer use of local money and more resident say in budget decisions.

SEAP TableProgram

An online community where Southern leaders from different states and issue areas connect and learn from each other. There is also a group inside it for housing advocates.

Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) ServicesService

The Southern Economic Advancement Project helps people in the South gain more economic power through research and community events. It is for anyone interested in improving their economic situation and participating in policy changes.

SouthStrong Policy Entrepreneur ProgramProgram

A year-long course that teaches leaders how to create and push for policy. It is meant to strengthen the policy community in the South.

Summer EBT ResourceService

A downloadable guide SEAP made with the Food Research & Action Center. It helps states understand the USDA help available for running Summer EBT, which gives eligible families $40 per child each summer month.

Technical AssistanceService

SEAP gives groups help with policy, data, and messaging so they can push for stronger policies in the South. Staff work with you to shape the ideas and materials you need.

Visualizing the South data dashboardsService

A monthly series of maps and interactive dashboards about the South, such as food insecurity and healthcare access. It helps people see patterns in their region.