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Community & Economic Development Initiatives (CEDI)

Who We Are

Alberta serves as the Vice- President of the Florida Coalition on Black Civic Participation, Inc. (FCBCP) and the Executive Director of FCBCP’s Community Economic Development Initiatives (CEDI) program which works with organizations and business partners to help residents of disinvested communities to assess, plan and implement asset-based community development strategies that foster positive community relationships, expanded social networks, and economic stability. 


Alberta is also employed as a Registered Nurse in the heart center at Holmes Regional Medical Center.

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Alberta L. Clinkscales
Economic Development, Program Director

Community & Economic Development Initiatives Department — What We Do

The Community and Economic Development Initiatives Department leads strategic efforts to strengthen the well-being, resilience, and long-term prosperity of residents across our communities. Through collaborative partnerships, data-driven solutions, and equity-centered programming, the department advances opportunities that improve quality of life, expand economic mobility, and ensure every family has access to essential resources. Our work is grounded in strengthening community capacity, closing disparities, and fostering an environment where health, learning, financial stability, and safe housing form the foundation for thriving neighborhoods.

Pillars & Priority Focus Areas

Health Matters

Focused on ensuring families have access to quality healthcare and environments that support overall well-being.

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  • Access to Care & Coverage Expansion

(Addressing Medicaid redetermination fallout, provider shortages, and access to preventive services)

  • Chronic Disease Prevention & Community Wellness

(Cardiovascular health, mental health supports, nutrition security, and community-based health education)

Economic Prosperity

Advancing economic mobility, small business resilience, and pathways to financial stability.

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  • Workforce Development & High-Growth Job Pathways

(Upskilling, certifications, youth workforce pipelines, and employer partnerships)

  • Small Business & Entrepreneur Support

(Technical assistance, capital access, minority business development)

Education

Ensuring learners of all ages have opportunities to achieve academic success and develop future-ready skills.​

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  • Early Learning & K–12 Achievement
    (Literacy, STEM, family engagement, and tutoring initiatives)

  • Career & Technical Education (CTE) / Postsecondary Readiness
    (Dual enrollment, industry credentialing, and college/career access programs

Housing

Promoting stable, affordable, and safe housing options that support community well-being.​​

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  • Affordable Housing Development & Preservation
    (Increasing affordable units, preserving existing stock, and supporting inclusive zoning)

  • Housing Stability & Homelessness Prevention
    (Rental assistance, eviction prevention, supportive services, and wraparound navigation)

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If you have any questions about this program, please email Alberta at ecodev2014@fcbcp.org

Florida Coalition on Black Civic Participation

P.O. Box 954
Titusville, FL 32781
321.285.6297
info@fcbcp.org

Advancing Black civic engagement and leadership across Florida through education, advocacy, and community organizing.

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Florida Coalition on Black Civic Participation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. EIN: 80-0659599. Florida Coalition on Black Civic Participation is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Registration No. CH34794. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.

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