Around the world, 1 in 3 people wake up each day without the stability and security of a safe, affordable home. This global housing crisis affects families in every community — including right here in DC & Northern Virginia. To meet this challenge, Habitat for Humanity is launching Let’s Open the Door, an effort designed…
Habitat DC-NOVA has been advocating for the past few months with the Commonwealth Housing Coalition to the Virginia General Assembly to pass legislation that would address the state’s housing shortage by reducing barriers to home construction, especially affordable housing. Thanks to the strength of our collective voices with faith and community leaders, housing advocates, and local officials…
This week, Habitat DC-NOVA staff joined members of Habitat Affiliates around the world for #habitatonthehill. Staff from Habitat for Humanity attend this annual advocacy conference to discuss critical policies and speak directly with members of Congress for their Habitat community. Advocating for affordable housing is a critical part of what we do and transforms temporary…
