We here at ^Housing Futures believe it is important to recognize leaders in the affordable housing industry. This week we look at four leaders working within the state of Pennsylvania. Caster D. Binion- Pittsburgh Housing Authority: Mr. Binion was named Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh on Feb. 28, 2013. He brings… Read More 4 Public Housing Leaders in Pennsylvania You Should Know About
We here at ^Housing Futures believe in sharing the stories of those who have dedicated their lifes to affordable housing. In many parts of the country, we have smaller housing authorities that are working hard to make sure their members and residents are living in housing that is safe, decent and sanitary. Lets take a… Read More 5 Small Public Housing Authority Executive Directors You Should Know
Many think of Japanese and German societies as well functioning efficient systems with little to no major social unrest. That is also the issue with making broad social generalizations without digging behind the scenes. Japan has issues with slum districts in some of its largest cities. There are places where those with little or no… Read More Homelessness and Poverty in Japan
We here at ^Housing Futures believe in highlighting leaders within our field. Today we highlight the Senior Vice President of NAHRO Sunny Shaw. Question: What is your background (place of birth, place of residence, education, profession)? I’m a small town Idaho girl! I have lived here all of my life, with the exception of… Read More Public Housing Profile: NAHRO Senior Vice President Sunny Shaw of the Pocatello Housing Authority
We here at ^Housing Futures like to highlight the leaders of the affordable housing industry around the world. Today we are looking at 4 Public Housing leaders who are performing at the highest of levels. Maggie Merrill- Housing Authority of New Orleans- Maggie has become a rock-star of sorts in New Orleans. Currently, Maggie manages… Read More 4 Public Housing Directors You Should Know About
Greater Manchester (GM) in the United Kingdom is embracing new powers from central government under a devolution agreement, creating the opportunity for local solutions to housing issues. Local strategic partnerships The ‘City Deal’ that allowed powers and budgets to be devolved from central government was premised on the bedrock of the relationships between the local… Read More The Impact of Devolution on Housing in Greater Manchester
We at ^Housing Futures believe that it is as important to celebrate the people who work, live and care about social housing as much as the communities, work and programs that are operated. In this line of thought, we ask that you let us know if you, someone you know or a resident work, live… Read More Public Housing Profile: Michael Mirra from the Tacoma Housing Authority-Part II
We at ^Housing Futures believe that it is as important to celebrate the people who work, live and care about social housing as much as the communities, work and programs that are operated. In this line of thought, we ask that you let us know if you, someone you know or a resident work, live… Read More Public Housing Profile: Michael Mirra from the Tacoma Housing Authority- Part I
The industry went through quite a few shocks in 2017 and will need to be resilient as we move into the new year. As the calendar turns, here are some of the key challenges public housing might be facing in 2018. Political Climate With a republican lead house, senate and presidency, affordable housing is not… Read More Public Housing Challenges in 2018
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