Land Banks Addressing Housing Insecurity Learning Exchange
Housing costs are climbing in communities across the country, disproportionately affecting people with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, refugees, immigrants, migrants, asylum seekers, returning citizens, veterans, and senior citizens. Land banks and their partners are rising to meet the urgent need for affordable housing among these vulnerable populations.
Supporting housing opportunities for these individuals requires building unique solutions and partnerships that best serve local communities. According to the latest National Land Bank Network (NLBN) State of Land Banking survey, over 70 percent of land bank respondents are working on or planning affordable housing projects. Approximately 50 percent are explicitly working on projects serving one or more of the vulnerable populations listed above. To support and grow this work, the Center for Community Progress is launching the Land Banks Addressing Housing Insecurity Learning Exchange—an opportunity for land bank leaders and partners to connect, learn, and develop strategies for addressing housing insecurity in their communities.
Applications are due Friday, March 20 by 5 PM ET.
About the Learning Exchange
The learning exchange brings together land bank leaders and their partners for an in-person site visit to talk with experts in fields such as affordable housing development/finance, philanthropy, and/or social services. The program is designed to strengthen relationships between participating land banks and partnering organizations, inspire and workshop equitable and effective solutions, and provide ongoing support from national experts. Content and agenda will be customized based on the needs of selected participants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions?
Contact Julia Zimmerman, Program Officer, Education, Leadership, and Engagement, at [email protected].