The seven sites in the Racial Equity and Economic Security (REES) Project know that structural racism is bigger than community action, so partners with power and influence are crucially important.  Teams in each site have worked hard to develop the tools that explain the impact of structural racism and show the benefits for all community members if racial inequities are eliminated.  As team members at each site have found their voice, they have been able to engage the partners they need and together discuss ideas and strategies that address how race and ethnicity operate in their communities.    These partnerships are critical for gathering information as well as implementing solutions.