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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 16h

#FactOfTheWeek: Affordable and Available Rental Homes per 100 extremely Low-Income Renter Households

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 19h

More than 140,000 children—over 15% of students—lack permanent housing. What can be done to fix that?

140,000 N.Y.C. Students Are Homeless. Can the Next Mayor Change That?

The city’s housing crisis has contributed to an education crisis, with more children than ever living in temporary housing. They face dismal outcomes.

www.nytimes.com

NLIHC @nlihc.org · 2d

#NLIHC joined a Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities appropriations letter in support of #AccessibleHousing for seniors and people with disabilities. See details on the letter: nlihc.org/resource/n...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 2d

#NLIHC's next “Tenant Talk Live" is happening today (10/6) at 6:00 pm ET. Join this month’s call to learn more about the economic impact of ICE raids on immigrant tenants in Los Angeles.

Learn more: tr.ee/TTL

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 5d

Your contribution makes an #Impact and plays a vital role in #MakingHousingJusticeHappen: mailchi.mp/bda3e6e9f...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 5d

Now more than ever, your support and partnership help #NLIHC protect vital housing and homelessness resources and advance needed affordable housing solutions. Your gift makes a difference. Support racially and socially just housing policy by donating today: nlihc.org/donate

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 5d

Congrats! Really wonderful addition to the Politico team!

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Partnership for Strong Communities @pschousing.bsky.social · 6d

🚨 2nd #CAHC2025 Keynote! 🚨

The Federal Advocacy Roundtable explores bold strategies to shape federal housing policy, spotlight U.S. successes, and tackle challenges to keep CT homes safe and affordable.

Register: heyor.ca/LBWj0s

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 7d

Fighting for justice, one resident at a time. Carla shares her story on how she became a Housing Choice Voucher tenant. hfront.org/2025/01/3...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 7d

#FactOfTheWeek: 2023 and 2024 Marked the Highest Annual Rent Growth in the Last Decade

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 7d

Read #NLIHC President and CEO Renee M. Willis Statement on the Harmful Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown on the Low Income Housing Community: nlihc.org/news/nlihc-p...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 8d

ICYMI: Homeless Funding Was Limited to Groups Aligned With Trump Policies, Suit Says: www.nytimes.com/2025... #HousingEndsHomelessness

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 12d

#NLIHC President & CEO, Renee M. Willis will join the Georgia Act 2025 Annual Fall Affordable Housing Conference & Awards Program as the Keynote speaker. Learn more about the conference: tr.ee/8SH14Z

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 12d

"I applaud Senator Kaine and Representative Peters for reintroducing this crucial legislation, and I urge Congress to enact this bill to help end housing discrimination.” - Renee Willis, #NLIHC President & CEO on our recent endorsement of the “Fair Housing Improvement Act:” nlihc.org/resource/s...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 12d

#NLIHC is seeking input on upcoming and past arts and culture events that you believe our team should know about or attend. Your insights will help us stay connected to inspiring and educational work as we advocate for #housingjustice.

See how you can help: nlihc.org/resource/n...

NLIHC @nlihc.org · 13d

While this week's #HoUSed campaign call was cancelled, be sure to register for the next call, happening 10/14 @ 4:00 PM ET. Learn more and register here: http://bit.ly/housed...

NLIHC @nlihc.org · 13d

Join #NLIHC this afternoon (9/25) at 4pm ET, for the next course in the Training Institute for Tenants and Residents series: "Disaster Recovery 101."

Register today: https://tr.ee/TITR

NLIHC @nlihc.org · 13d

#NLIHC released today the Fall 2025 issue of #TenantTalk, our semiannual newsletter designed to engage residents in housing advocacy. The new issue features articles explaining the budget process and calls to action for tenant advocates.

Read Tenant Talk today: nlihc.org/explore-is...

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Housing & Community Development Network of NJ @hcdnnj.bsky.social · 16d

We are pleased to announce @nlihc.org President & CEO Renee M. Willis as the Under One Roof 2025 Keynote Speaker!

Register for Under One Roof TODAY: hcdnnj.org/network-conference

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Rep. Johnny Olszewski @repjohnnyo.bsky.social · 15d

Housing policy isn’t always easy to navigate. That’s why I hosted a bipartisan Housing 101 briefing for Congressional staff with @nhlp.bsky.social’s Noelle Porter & Haleigh Quinn, @nlihc.org’s Kim Johnson, and @centeronbudget.bsky.social’s Sonya Acosta.

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 15d

#NLIHC joins National Fair Housing Alliance and other national, state and local organizations in calling for the full enforcement of fair housing laws.

Read the full statement: nationalfairhousing.org/civil-rights...

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 15d

Los Vecinos de Buford Highway connects residents to resources and advocates for housing justice by addressing displacement and affordability. They work to ensure equitable access to safe, stable housing through community organizing and policy engagement.

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 15d

A member of #NLIHC #DHRC, FURIA Inc. empowers members of the Puerto Rican community through advocacy focused on housing rights. They address displacement and recovery challenges, working to ensure safe, and dignified housing by influencing policies and supporting grassroots leadership.

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 15d

Ayuda Legal Puerto Rico advances housing justice by providing free legal education, strategic litigation, and training for low- and middle-income communities. Through advocacy and collaboration, it empowers people to protect their rights and access fair housing solutions.

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 15d

In recognition of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we are highlighting organizations and advocates working to advance housing justice for Hispanic and Latino communities. We honor their efforts to ensure that affordable housing is not only available, but equitable and inclusive for all.

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