Week of September 30, 2024
Daniel McCue, Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University?
While renters and homebuyers’ challenges dominate the headlines, they aren’t the only ones wrestling with maintaining decent housing. Read Full Article
Shelby R. King, Shelterforce
The Heritage Foundation’s “conservative playbook” isn’t new, but critics say the latest version’s policies and platforms are more discriminatory and dangerous than in the past. Read Full Article ?
Tenants are organizing together with increased urgency to get legal protections passed in their communities. What are the top protections tenants are fighting for? Shelterforce talks with tenants across the country and breaks down six important protections. Watch now as part of the Tenant Power Returns series.
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Events
Remaking the Economy: Co-op Ownership of Mobile Home Communities | NPQ & Shelterforce | Webinar | Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2:00pm—3:30 p.m. ET | In this 90-minute webinar, cosponsored and co-moderated by NPQ and Shelterforce, a panel of folks, including residents, advocates, and technical assistance providers will discuss the ins-and-outs of how to build land security for manufactured housing owners, by enabling mobile home communities to come together and own the land jointly. See full details and register today !?
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You Said It!
David Weber: I agree with Dan that this is a needed piece, but looking at the longer history of public housing and broader issues of income disparities is important here. While there is no question that we need more resources to address those most in need, intentionally concentrating poverty in the physical projects we support goes against everything we have learned about the negative impacts of concentrating poverty . . . Read More
PolicyMap: Shelterforce published an essential update sharing the latest information on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund's rollout, and how the affordable housing industry can take advantage of the funding opportunities. Via LinkedIn
Tips
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Jobs
Chief Executive Officer, Hildebrand Family Self-Help Center, Inc., Cambridge, MA ● Hildebrand Family Self-Help Center seeks an experienced, creative, and inspiring leader to serve as its next CEO. The next CEO will be a preeminent voice in the fight to end homelessness and will lead Hildebrand programmatically, operationally, financially, and culturally as it aims to . . . Read Full Listing
Senior Litigating Attorney (Housing), Memphis Public Interest Law Center, Memphis, TN ● Memphis Public Interest Law Center Senior is seeking a senior litigating attorney who will serve as the lead litigator and will work closely with the executive director to build the law center’s litigation program. This role involves managing a caseload, creating and executing litigation . . . Read Full Listing
Chief Executive Officer, Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County, Wappingers Falls, NY ● Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County seeks an innovative and strategic leader to join HFHDC as the next CEO. This individual will not only lead the organization but also have a profound impact on the community. They will collaborate closely with the Board of Directors . . . Read Full Listing
Housing Developer, Homestead Community Land Trust, Seattle, WA ● Homestead seeks an experienced housing developer to manage development of homes from conception to completion. The developer will work under the supervision of the director of real estate development in managing current projects, developing our pipeline . . . Read Full Listing ?
Program Officer, Center for Community Progress, Washington, DC ● The Center for Community Progress is seeking a creative, focused, detail-oriented applicant to serve as Program Officer; Education, Leadership, and Engagement. They will join a small team of passionate thought leaders and technical experts who care deeply about . . . Read Full Listing
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