3 ways school officials, housing stakeholders, & policymakers can work together to break the cycle of segregation & create equitable learning environments for all students.  housingmatters.urban.org/feature/school…

Recent reports show that 15-16% of renter households without housing assistance were experiencing severe housing problems between 2015 & 2021. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/how-b…

Investing in quality transit-oriented development in previously segregated areas can connect people to vital services, boost equitable opportunities, & reduce car dependency —helping to combat climate change. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/how-t…

Join SchoolHouse Connection on 5/1 3pm EST to learn how school district liaisons & administrators are using American Rescue Plan-Homeless Children and Youth funds to reduce chronic absenteeism. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Evidence shows Housing First is the most effective way to help people leave homelessness & stay housed. Take our homelessness quiz to test what you know about homelessness in America. urbn.is/3EZGga6

How can we create diverse learning environments for all students? 
- Align school district & locality goals 
- Use shared data tools
- Foster relationships between housing & school stakeholders 

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In many areas, Black & Latinx homeowners pay disproportionately high property taxes compared to their homes' values, in part due to legacies of racial segregation & neighborhood inequality. housingmatters.urban.org/research-summa…

US affordable housing policy traditionally leans on subsidies & tax credits, but with affordability covenants expiring, community land trusts provide a sustainable solution to maintain affordability. housingmatters.urban.org/research-summa…

Deep-rooted neighborhood segregation has hindered past school integration efforts, with stakeholders often operating in silos. How can we break down barriers to collaboration for truly integrated schools? housingmatters.urban.org/feature/school…

Join @PolicyLink on 4/30 3pm EST for an event that will discuss the future of housing, land reclamation, & the principles of radical homecoming. policylink.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Though employer-sponsored housing can address housing shortages, it also presents risks for tenants. Policymakers should explore measures to protect renters' rights & stability. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/what-…

The link between housing & education is undeniable. Collaboration between school officials & housing stakeholders can break the cycle of segregation, creating integrated schools for all students. housingmatters.urban.org/feature/school…

A new tool from the Urban Institute and Housing Matters explores how school officials and #housing developers can partner to desegregate communities. Explore the tool today.
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Improving existing pathways for home equity extraction is critical to providing financial security to senior homeowners. But it must be done in tandem with improvements to the senior safety net to ensure equity within & across generations. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/impro…

How can communities protect their residents from extreme heat?

Housing developers can help by installing energy-efficient cooling devices in units, providing heat protection while also cutting down on costs. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/five-…

Home equity often defines seniors' net worth, especially for Black & Latino homeowners. Yet, barriers like high up-front costs hinder access to Home Equity Conversation Mortgage loans, exacerbating racial wealth gaps. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/impro…

Traditional tenant screening reports can disproportionately exclude renters of color from housing. Evidence shows households of color–especially Black women–are evicted at 2x the rate of white renters. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/how-t…

In a new era of justice, counties could help bridge the housing & justice fields to help people avoid justice-system involvement in the first place, improve reintegration, & target resources toward housing stability. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/how-c…

From Minneapolis' Green Zones to Norfolk's resilience overlays, learn how cities are using zoning to tackle climate change & promote equity. housingmatters.urban.org/articles/three…