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New Research from RHS on Widespread Effects of U.S. Housing Crisis
RHS recently published a new report on the current high-level picture of the U.S. housing crisis in the context of refugee resettlement and the needs of other newcomers. While citizens and non-citizens alike are impacted by national housing shortages and the prevalent lack of affordability, refugees and other newcomers are presented with additional challenges and barriers to securing safe, sanitary housing.
Difficulty finding housing for displaced persons is an ever-growing issue globally, too. The report examines the relevant data on U.S. housing (primarily rental) costs and availability while also considering the global refugee resettlement context and outlining the various initiatives to develop solutions, led by RHS and others.
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Upcoming Webinars & Meetings
From Crisis to Stability: A Path Forward for Refugee Housing
Wednesday, October 11 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM ET
RCUSA Policy Center online panel
Building Homes, Weaving Hope: Innovative Responses to Housing Justice by Compassionate Congregations
Wednesday, October 11 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET
Church World Service Partner with Us Series
Afghan Health Leadership Consortium: Housing Issues and Opportunities for Afghan Newcomers
Thursday, October 19 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Lunch and Learn: Recruiting and Retaining Landlords
Monday, October 23 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
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Policy News
Comparative Report Explores Possible Application of Japanese Housing Policies in U.S. CitiesAs researchers and policy makers search for ways to address rampant U.S. housing shortage and affordability issues, a new article examines Japan’s model for new construction and zoning – including the historical context and perceived challenges of a potential application in the U.S. |
Recent Homebuilding and Finance Data Provide Context to Continuing Housing Shortage CrisisWhile safe, affordable rental housing is the most sought-after for resettlement staff and sponsors housing refugee newcomers, the current state of builders’ willingness (or lack thereof) to create new housing stock tied to homebuyers’ habits and hesitancies provides another perspective of the housing shortage crisis. |
