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On May 6, join me and @housing-leadership-council-of-san-mateo and @Partnership for the Bay’s Future to explore an innovative model that facilitates community and government collaboration and develops trusting, effective partnerships for creating and implementing equitable housing policies. This model ensures community leaders have a seat at the table and can better understand the inner workings of government, ensuring those usually excluded from government and policymaking are at the center of efforts for change. Discover how these partnerships facilitate systemic change and structural reforms, as well as the “all-in” approach of cross-sector collaboration and solidarity, showcasing the model’s potential to bring various stakeholders together for meaningful change. https://lnkd.in/gt6KYzfr

Are you concerned about the state of housing in San Diego and its impact on our community? You're not alone. As part of AREAA San Diego, we invite you to join us for an essential discussion addressing the evolving housing market and its implications for residents, especially within the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. San Diego has seen dramatic changes in housing conditions, becoming increasingly unaffordable for many. This event will explore pressing questions, such as: · What is the current state of the AAPI community in San Diego concerning housing? · What challenges are we facing, and what can we do about them? · How can we leverage and influence housing policy to better meet the needs of our community? We are bringing together esteemed experts and elected leaders to dive deep into these issues, offering valuable insights and potential solutions. Your participation is crucial as we work together to navigate these challenges and advocate for meaningful change. Why Attend? · Gain Insights: Hear from industry experts and policymakers about the current state of the housing market and its impact on our community. · Get Involved: Learn how you can make a difference and influence housing policy. · Connect: Network with like-minded individuals and community leaders who share your concerns and aspirations. This is a pivotal opportunity to voice your concerns, ask questions, and contribute to shaping a more affordable and equitable future for all San Diegans. Don’t miss out on this important event! Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details. Together, we can drive positive change and ensure our community's voice is heard.

About Connected Communities and how to give input: https://lnkd.in/gkqhc8z5

Nearly 300 Civil Rights, Housing, Faith, Environmental and Industry Organizations and a Local Elected Official Urge Biden Administration to Immediately Release Fair Housing Rule Groups implore White House to follow through on its commitments to create inclusive, resource-rich communities free of discrimination with the amenities everyone needs to thrive Washington, DC — Nearly 300 leading civil rights, housing, faith, environmental, industry organizations and a local elected official from throughout the nation wrote to President Biden, urging his administration to immediately release the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s final “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing” (AFFH) rule. AFFH, a provision of the Fair Housing Act, requires HUD or any entity that receives federal funding for housing and community development to use those funds and operate their programs in a manner that redresses inequities in the housing system and create inclusive, resource-rich communities that give everyone an opportunity to thrive. The proposed final AFFH rule will ensure a society in which everyone can live in a safe neighborhood with ample affordable and accessible housing options, fresh air, clean water, good public transportation, living-wage jobs, quality healthcare, healthy foods, affordable credit, and well-resourced schools. Read Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/dhmSQPmE

Impact in Focus: In honor of CPC’s 50th year, and in celebration of completing renovations to 16 Manhattan NYCHA developments, we’re shining the spotlight on the PACT Renaissance Collaborative. In 2019, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the nation's largest housing authority, chose the PACT Renaissance Collaborative (PRC) to renovate and revitalize 1,700 apartments across 16 Manhattan developments that are home to nearly 3,000 residents. PRC is comprised of CPC, Monadnock Development, The Community Development Trust, Community League of the Heights (CLOTH), Kalel Companies, and Lemor Development Group. Our participation in NYCHA’s innovative PACT-RAD program further cemented CPC as a trusted organization committed to enhancing the living conditions of NYC residents. We’re delighted to have successfully transformed these buildings into the #affordable, #safe, and #equitable homes their tenants deserve. This work has a meaningful effect on the lives of New Yorkers, and we can’t wait to see how much more impact we can make in the next 50 years. Please follow along all year long as we celebrate our 50th anniversary by highlighting the projects, people, and communities that have made CPC what it is today. #CPC50th #50YearsofImpact #50YearsofInnovation

Explore scalable and sustainable solutions to the affordable housing crisis with a new report developed by the @partnership-for-the-bays-future Antioch Policy Grant team – @city-of-antioch, @hope-solutions and Multi-Faith Action Coalition. This collaborative approach offers practical solutions while emphasizing the imperative of community-driven policymaking and the empowerment of underrepresented voices. The report’s findings and recommendations reflect a commitment to innovative, inclusive, and equitable housing strategies that can serve as a model for other communities facing similar challenges. https://lnkd.in/gTftFRYs

To mark National Fair Housing Month I'm sharing this video clip (https://lnkd.in/eqtt35MK) that Kadineyse Paz shared with us during a lunch-n-learn presentation to our team. Kadineyse is a Community Planner for Housing & Equity with JM Goldson and recently completed a project with one of her professors at Tufts. The broad purpose of this project was to expand awareness and strengthen the implementation of fair housing in Massachusetts. Outside of just doing research, they sought to identify key and new voices in Greater Boston cities who could help to identify roadblocks to effective fair housing strategies in their areas. The report had four goals: 1) To help raise public awareness about fair housing, and implications for enforcement, especially as it involves people that identify as Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) 2) Broaden discussion about fair housing where fair housing advocates communicate with other civic voices 3) Assist with ensuring that narratives calling for increasing affordable housing are conjoined with a narrative of affirmatively furthering fair housing 4) Encourage greater local government attention to the history of fair housing and how institutional racism has shaped suburban white communities today Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/e8wQvDsv #communityplanning #urbanplanning #equity #fairhousing #affordablehousing #housinghistory

Today, Leeds Community Homes Ltd have launched ‘Community-led housing for all: Opportunities and challenges for black and minority ethnic community-led housing.’  This significant new research finds that community-led housing has the potential to tackle racial inequalities within the housing system, but there are barriers to achieving this that need to be addressed.  Building a fair society is reliant on diverse representation in all spaces. But the research also reveals the under-representation of black and minority ethnic people within community-led housing. As a co-funder of this research, and as a long-term committed funder of the community-led housing sector, we’ve published a detailed response to the research outlining the steps we’ll be taking in response to the findings, particularly as we plan for the next phase of our strategy.   Take a look at our response and the full research findings here: https://lnkd.in/eeuZNPFb Claude Hendrickson MBE Tom Moore Yael Arbell Gary Hartin Jimm Reed Henri Baptiste

New Jersey’s affordable housing rules have changed. The new legislation eliminates COAH and changes the vacant land regulations and available bonus credits. The bill also includes strict deadlines for municipalities to calculate their affordable housing obligation and prepare a new Housing Element. Please reach out to learn more and how we can help you navigate the new affordable housing requirements!

📢 #NYCHA Announces Hylan Houses as the Next Development to Hold Resident Vote on Future of Their Homes. New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is empowering residents of Hylan Houses in Bushwick, Brooklyn, with a pivotal decision on their housing future. Notice of vote mailed on August 1 officially kicks off 100 days of engagement leading up to a 30-day voting window (November 13 - December 12), allowing residents to choose between: • Public Housing Preservation Trust • Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (#PACT) Program • Remaining Section 9 Housing A third-party voting administrator will ensure a fair and transparent process. This initiative, following successful votes at other NYCHA developments, underscores our commitment to resident-driven decisions. 🏠 Key Dates: • Notice of Vote Mailed: August 1 • Voting Period: November 13 - December 12 “I’m thrilled that the residents of Hylan Houses will be the next NYCHA community to have the opportunity to cast their votes, building on the momentum of the other votes that have been held thus far,” said NYCHA Chief Executive Officer Lisa Bova-Hiatt. “Robust resident engagement is paramount to delivering comprehensive renovations and to reimagining our campuses in a way that account for the needs of the New Yorkers who live there. That is fundamentally why this process is so important and special, and we look forward to these 100 days of engagement.” 📈 Hylan Houses Quick Facts: • Residents: 410 • Apartments: 209 • Estimated 20-Year Capital Need: $90 million For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eR2hTisS #PreservationTrust #PACT #AffordableHousing #ResidentEmpowerment