Implementing Equity-Driven Approaches in Affordable Housing — HFH Wisconsin
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Implementing Equity-Driven Approaches in Affordable Housing

Description

The goals of this session are to:

  • Review Frameworks and Tools for Reducing Barriers to Affordable Housing like:

    • Creating low barrier access to affiliate programs and services.

    • Expanding Access to Financial Tools and Funding: Learn about targeted subsidies, social impact bonds, individual development accounts, down payment assistance, and loans specifically aimed at underserved groups.

    • Encouraging Inclusionary Zoning and Land Use Practices: Understand how race-forward approaches can support zoning reforms to increase affordable housing in high-opportunity areas, such as neighborhoods with access to quality schools, public transit, and jobs.

    • Prioritizing Communities of Opportunity in Site Selection: Select sites that connect residents to essential services and partner with residents in underserved communities to do projects or advocacy to increase opportunity

    • Sustainable Building and Energy Efficiency: Emphasize equitable environmental practices to reduce energy costs and health risks for residents.

  • Learning to Promote Race-Forward Housing Approaches in Varied Political Environments

    • Learn techniques for facilitating courageous conversations and building bridges across diverse viewpoints.

    • Address NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) concerns constructively.

  • Hear Case Studies and Success Stories

    • Review examples of equity-focused processes and projects within the Habitat network.

    • Share lessons learned from challenges encountered, including insights into how they were addressed and overcome.

Presenter

TBA - HFHI staff