Faces of Fair Housing: Michael Lepley
This week, we’re introducing you to the Fair Housing Center’s Senior Research Associate, Michael Lepley. Check out our interview with Michael as you continue to get to know the faces of fair housing!
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Faces of Fair Housing: Peter Saudek
Meet Peter Saudek, the Fair Housing Center’s Senior Investigations Coordinator. Peter is often the first person our clients talk to when seeking assistance, and he is always willing to work to help them resolve the issues they are facing. Check out our interview with Peter to learn more.
(more…)Faces of Fair Housing: Emily Martin
This week, we’re talking with Emily Martin, our Communications & Outreach Specialist (and the face behind all of our social media)! Check out our Q&A below to learn more about Emily’s role at the Fair Housing Center.
(more…)Faces of Fair Housing: Darlene English
In week four of our spotlight series, we’re talking with Darlene English. Darlene has an expansive knowledge of fair housing, which she shares with the public in her role as Director of Education and Outreach. Check out what Darlene has to say below!
(more…)Faces of Fair Housing: Liam McSweeney
This week, we’re spotlighting our Investigations Coordinator, Liam McSweeney. Liam supports the work of our organization by assisting the Enforcement team, working directly with clients to help resolve the issues they are facing. Take a look at our interview with Liam to learn more!
(more…)Faces of Fair Housing: Angela Zmich
In this week’s spotlight, we are talking with our Outreach Intern, Angela Zmich. Angela plays an important role in the Fair Housing Center’s outreach work, and is your go-to when registering for fair housing trainings and events. Check out our interview with Angela to learn more about her dedication to fair housing!
(more…)Faces of Fair Housing: Ellie Kilpatrick
We know that fair housing is essential to building more fair and inclusive communities — but have you ever stopped to wonder what really goes into this work? (Hint: we couldn’t do what we do without some pretty amazing people.) Over the next few months, we will be putting the spotlight on the people who are immersed in this work every day, as we introduce you to the “Faces of Fair Housing”. In our first spotlight, we’re talking with Ellie Kilpatrick, Enforcement Intern at the Fair Housing Center. Check out our interview with Ellie as she shares what motivates her to do this work!
(more…)Housing Research & Advocacy Center Rebranded As Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 2, 2018
Contact: Carrie Pleasants, Executive Director, (216) 361-9240, cpleasants@thehousingcenter.org
Advocacy Center board and staff are excited to announce the rebranding of the Housing Research & Advocacy Center to its new name, the Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research (The Fair Housing Center). The new brand identity more accurately reflects the organization as a fair housing agency, borne out of the passage of the Fair Housing Act 50 years ago on April 11th. The new name further signifies a commitment to protecting fair housing rights and to producing high-quality housing-related research.
(more…)Housing Center & NEOCH Release Brochure on the Rights of People in Shelter
Local residents experiencing homelessness have raised questions and concerns about their civil rights in shelter. The Housing Center partnered with the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH) to produce a new brochure addressing some common questions and concerns. Click here to view the new brochure.
Housing Research & Advocacy Center, National Fair Housing Alliance, and 19 Civil Rights Groups File Federal Lawsuit Against Mortgage Giant Fannie Mae
The lawsuit alleges racial discrimination by Fannie Mae in the maintenance of its real estate owned (REO) properties.
The Housing Center Releases the 11th Annual State of Fair Housing in Northeast Ohio Report
Housing discrimination is still a problem in Northeast Ohio. In 2015, there were 143 complaints of housing discrimination in Northeast Ohio that were filed with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, up from the 25-year average of 138.9. Although the increase in cases filed is significant, it represents only a small fraction of the total number of instances of housing discrimination in the region.
(more…)Housing Center Welcomes New Executive Director
The board and staff are excited to announce the appointment of Carrie Pleasants to Executive Director of the Housing Research & Advocacy Center. Ms. Pleasants had served as the Associate Director of The Housing Center since 2008. Please welcome Carrie and congratulate her on her new position at the Fair Housing Reception on April 28th!
Housing Research & Advocacy Center Releases Report on Housing Voucher Mobility in Cuyahoga County
Housing mobility for participants in the housing voucher programs in Cuyahoga County is low as voucher participants are being excluded from high opportunity areas. Housing Research & Advocacy Center’s (The Housing Center) newest report, “Housing Voucher Mobility in Cuyahoga County,” examines the ability of voucher participants to choose where they live and those obstacles that prevent participants from accessing housing in greater opportunity areas. Within Cuyahoga County, households using vouchers are clustered in racially segregated areas, with high poverty, high crime, low educational opportunities, and high exposure to environmental hazards.
(more…)Housing Research & Advocacy Center Examines LGBTQ Housing Discrimination in Cuyahoga County
Housing discrimination against the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) community is widespread throughout Cuyahoga County. Housing Research & Advocacy Center’s (The Housing Center) newest report, “Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Housing Discrimination in Cuyahoga County” assesses the prevalence of housing discrimination in rental transactions in Cuyahoga County based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
(more…)Housing Fair: Home Accessibility for Every Age and Stage
Autumn is all about comfort. From pumpkin spiced lattes to cozy sweaters. It’s also time to think about the comforts of home. Come to our Housing Fair: Home Accessibility for Every Age and Stage on October 14, 2015, from 2-7 p.m., at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building, 3450 Lee Road, in Shaker Heights. This free event is open to all residents to meet experts who can help you evaluate your housing options at every stage of life.
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